"I Am the Law" is a single by thrash metal band Anthrax, from the album, Among the Living. It is one of Anthrax's most famous songs, appearing on their best-of albums: Return of the Killer A's, Madhouse: The Very Best of Anthrax and Anthrology: No Hit Wonders (1985–1991).
"I Am the Law" | ||||
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Single by Anthrax | ||||
from the album Among the Living | ||||
Released | 1987 | |||
Recorded | 1986 | |||
Length | 5:53 | |||
Label | Island | |||
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The song is about the 2000 AD character Judge Dredd and includes references to many of the character's storylines up until 1987.
"I Am the Law" was released in 12-inch single format in 1987, with catalog ID 12IS316 from Island Records. Some versions came with a promo poster. It was also the first single for the album, displaying Judge Dredd's badge with band's logo and a US Flag in the background.[1]
Track Listing
Side A
Side B
Also issued as a 7" picture disc with only two tracks:
There is also a Limited Edition Coloured Vinyl with following track list:
Live tracks recorded at the Odeon, England.
Chart (1987) | Peak position |
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Netherlands (Single Top 100)[2] | 93 |
UK Singles (OCC)[3] | 32 |