Metalocalypse Theme Song
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Metalocalypse Theme Song And Lyrics

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Song TitleDeththeme
Performed ByDethklok
ComposerBrendon Small
Premiere DateAugust 6, 2006
Final Episode DateOctober 27, 2013
Total Episodes61 (4 Seasons + Special)
Original NetworkAdult Swim
GenreAdult Animation / Black Comedy

Metalocalypse Theme Song Lyrics

Dethklok! Dethklok! Dethklok! Dethklok! I’m ticking for the Dethklok! Dethklok! Dethklok! Skwisgaar Skwigelf, taller than a tree Toki Wartooth, not a bumblebee William Murderface, Murderface, Murderface Pickles the Drummer, doodily doo, ding dong, doodily, doodily, doo Nathan Explosion!

Behind the Music: Meaning & Story

The Metalocalypse theme song, officially titled “Deththeme,” is a brutal death metal track that introduces the members of the world’s most successful (and dangerous) fictional band, Dethklok. Written and performed by series co-creator Brendon Small, the song serves as a roll call for the band’s lineup, blending extreme metal aesthetics with the show’s signature dark humor. The lyrics—ranging from “taller than a tree” to the nonsensical “doodily doo” for Pickles—highlight the absurdity of the characters’ personalities.

Created by Brendon Small and Tommy Blacha, Metalocalypse aired on Adult Swim and followed the lives of Nathan Explosion, Skwisgaar Skwigelf, Toki Wartooth, William Murderface, and Pickles. The show is famous for its satire of celebrity worship and the music industry, portraying the band as so powerful that their massive fan base is willing to sign “pain waivers” just to attend their lethal concerts. The theme song perfectly sets this macabre, high-stakes tone.

Because Brendon Small is a real-life musician, Dethklok transcended the screen to become a successful touring band. “Deththeme” appeared on The Dethalbum, which became the highest-charting death metal album in history upon its release. The show’s legacy continued beyond its final episode with the 2023 movie, Metalocalypse: Army of the Doomstar, proving that the Dethklok phenomenon remains “brutal” to this day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dethklok a real band?
Dethklok is a “virtual” band, similar to the Gorillaz, but the music is written and performed by Brendon Small and a group of elite session musicians (including drumming legend Gene Hoglan). They have released several successful albums and performed live tours.
Who is the Tribunal?
The Tribunal is a secret Illuminati-style organization that monitors Dethklok’s every move, fearing that the band’s influence over the global economy and their “prophesied” power will lead to the Metalocalypse.
What is the significance of “The Doomstar”?
The Doomstar is a celestial event central to the show’s overarching lore, representing a prophecy that the band must fulfill through their music to either save or destroy the world.
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Editorial Note: Content for Metalocalypse has been verified by the ThemeSong.info Editorial Team. The musical contributions of Brendon Small and the show’s 2006 premiere on Adult Swim have been cross-referenced with Williams Street production archives and Billboard chart records for Dethklok.