Eyeless is a track from Slipknot's self-titled debut album released in 1999, during the peak of nu metal. Fronted by Corey Taylor, the nine piece Iowa band became known for masks, aggressive percussion and chaotic live energy, and this song captured that early sound with samples, turntables and relentless drumming. Online, the loud version circulated on soundboards and in meme edits where an extreme metal blast was funnier than a traditional sound effect. Its continued use comes from instant recognition among metal fans and shock value for everyone else.