Is Oh My God the only good quality CD outtake?

[CheapJon]

OMG are at least as good as most songs on CD, crazy that it's been out for 10 years, i hope it's not scrapped and that we'll get it in a new form one day

[1987]

OMG was the first step of the new era of GNR, Axl's back. At that time, when I listened it on the Radio I was shocked. didn't get what Axl was doing, the song was horrible and noisy, it had nothin to do with Guns n' Roses. What is that  industrial shit? I asked myself. I really hated that song those days, now I think it's ok, I don't hear it much, but Chinese Democracy compensated that first impression.

i agree..  i think i just wasn't ready for it back in 99.  i added it to my CD play list on itunes.. and it fits perfectly.  i like the song now and would like to see it again

[alejoyp]

I also was shocked at first. But after a few listens I started to love the song: mainly because the catchy pre-chorus n' the insane lyrics by Axl. The outro is great, a strong kick in the face. I think the main deficit of the song is the guitar solo, very poor...

I'd love to hear n' upgrade of this song, with better quality sound (more clearness) n' a completely new solo in the middle... that would kick major asses 

[carmiedisco12]

OMG is a song i have had in my head for years. IMO it is lyrically as good if not better than anything on CD, Im not a fan of some of the opening guitars and dont like the muddy recording but a really cool song overall.

I vaguely recall the RIO version....now musically that rocked and I wish the studio version had that level of oomph. Sometimes GNR santitise the recordings a bit much for my liking and would be nice to get a rawer version on record.

PS disco beats ....yessss

[falungong69]

if the record company hadn't stolen this song from axl and forced it onto the soundtrack to end of days, maybe it would have ended up on chinese democracy.  who knows how things might have gone differently if that was the case.  with the proper axl-approved mixing, it probably would have been a smash single. 

[TempletonPeck]

Guns N' Roses really needs a boxset full of rarities once they're done.  I want to hear good versions of Crash Diet, Cornchucker, Ain't Goin' Down and more.  Crack open that vault of yours, Axl!

[GNR4L]

I'd rather wait another 2 years for a album.

[carmiedisco12]

if the record company hadn't stolen this song from axl and forced it onto the soundtrack to end of days, maybe it would have ended up on chinese democracy.  who knows how things might have gone differently if that was the case.  with the proper axl-approved mixing, it probably would have been a smash single. 

Axl released a press statement promoting the song for the soundtrack didn't he???

And whilst better recording would have made it an even better song it seriously was NEVER going to be a 'smash single'

[norway]

Thank god he's not too keen on making listpop, putting music first.

September 22nd, 1999

"Oh My God" [press release]
 
 
So here's the story behind this music

The chorus: OH MY GOD etc. deals with the societal repression of deep and often agonizing emotions - some of which may be willingly accepted for one reason or another - the appropriate expression of which (one that promotes a healing, release and a positive resolve) is often discouraged and many times denied. Emotionally the song contemplates several abstract perspectives drawing from personal expression as well as from the film (End Of Days) and its metaphors. The appropriate expression and vehicle for such emotions and concepts is not something taken for granted.

Musically the song was primarily written by Paul Huge over two years ago, with Dizzy Reed writing the musical hook of the chorus. Former member Duff McKagan as well as former employee Matt Sorum failed to see its potential and showed no interest in exploring, let alone recording the piece. When the demos were played for the new band, Josh, Tommy and Robin were as they say 'all over it.'

Once the opportunity was presented, the song was given priority in our recording process. As the verse, performance and lyrics were decided on, for us (that especially includes Interscope chairman Jimmy Iovine) the choice became obvious. We were more than pleased Mr. Roswell (the film's music supervisor) agreed! Our thanks to Arnold and all for the consideration - it is an association in which we have always felt honored.

Paul Huge, Gary Sunshine and Dave Navarro appear on the song as well as Robin Finck. Robin's part was written by Paul and extensively manipulated by our producer, Sean Beaven. Robin was not involved in the writing of the final recording though did participate in the arrangement. All lyrics were written by myself. Additional programming (jack boots, screeching tires, etc.) was by Stuart White.

The fight of good vs. evil, positive vs. negative, man against a seemingly undefeatable, undeterrable, unrevealed destiny, along with the personal and universal struggle to attain, maintain and responsibly manage freewill can be and often is frustrating to say the least. In America our country's constitutional right to freedom of expression gives us a better chance to fight for that expression than many in other countries enjoy. It can be a big gig, like kickin' the crap outta the devil!

Power to the people, peace out and blame Canada,

Axl -99
 
 
 

[banachkevin]

Thank god he's not too keen on making listpop, putting music first.

September 22nd, 1999

"Oh My God" [press release]
 
 
So here's the story behind this music

The chorus: OH MY GOD etc. deals with the societal repression of deep and often agonizing emotions - some of which may be willingly accepted for one reason or another - the appropriate expression of which (one that promotes a healing, release and a positive resolve) is often discouraged and many times denied. Emotionally the song contemplates several abstract perspectives drawing from personal expression as well as from the film (End Of Days) and its metaphors. The appropriate expression and vehicle for such emotions and concepts is not something taken for granted.

Musically the song was primarily written by Paul Huge over two years ago, with Dizzy Reed writing the musical hook of the chorus. Former member Duff McKagan as well as former employee Matt Sorum failed to see its potential and showed no interest in exploring, let alone recording the piece. When the demos were played for the new band, Josh, Tommy and Robin were as they say 'all over it.'

Once the opportunity was presented, the song was given priority in our recording process. As the verse, performance and lyrics were decided on, for us (that especially includes Interscope chairman Jimmy Iovine) the choice became obvious. We were more than pleased Mr. Roswell (the film's music supervisor) agreed! Our thanks to Arnold and all for the consideration - it is an association in which we have always felt honored.

Paul Huge, Gary Sunshine and Dave Navarro appear on the song as well as Robin Finck. Robin's part was written by Paul and extensively manipulated by our producer, Sean Beaven. Robin was not involved in the writing of the final recording though did participate in the arrangement. All lyrics were written by myself. Additional programming (jack boots, screeching tires, etc.) was by Stuart White.

The fight of good vs. evil, positive vs. negative, man against a seemingly undefeatable, undeterrable, unrevealed destiny, along with the personal and universal struggle to attain, maintain and responsibly manage freewill can be and often is frustrating to say the least. In America our country's constitutional right to freedom of expression gives us a better chance to fight for that expression than many in other countries enjoy. It can be a big gig, like kickin' the crap outta the devil!

Power to the people, peace out and blame Canada,

Axl -99
 
 
 

i've never understood why he says and blame canada. if i could ask axk one thing it would be this.

[jarmo]

i've never understood why he says and blame canada. if i could ask axk one thing it would be this.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blame_Canada





/jarmo

[Halo69]

I dont really consider Oh My God to be an outtake.
I think we'll have a surprise someday when we see Oh My God on a new album