Slayer - Raining Blood Apr 2026

The song was written by guitarists and Kerry King .

The lyrics describe a banished soul in Purgatory seeking vengeance by overthrowing Heaven. The "raining blood" imagery refers to the blood of angels falling upon the protagonist as he regains his power. Slayer - Raining Blood

It begins with the sound of a thunderclap and rain, followed by Dave Lombardo's signature triplet drum beats and a harmonized guitar riff. The track is famous for its transition from structured, heavy riffs into a state of "controlled chaos" before fading back into rain. Production and Impact The song was written by guitarists and Kerry King