Slash Reveals the One Song He Regrets Writing — Fans Surprised by Candid Confession After 40 Years of Rock History
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After more than four decades as a defining force in rock ’n’ roll, Slash, the iconic guitarist of Guns N’ Roses, has shared a rare and unexpected admission — he regrets writing one particular song from the band’s legendary catalog.
“It sounded cool at the time,” Slash said with a knowing smile. “The riff was killer, the energy was raw — but it came from a bad place.”
Though he didn’t name the track explicitly, fans quickly speculated he was referring to either “It’s So Easy” or “You’re Crazy,” both explosive songs from Appetite for Destruction that captured the band’s tumultuous early days on the Sunset Strip. “Those songs came out of chaos,” Slash explained. “We were angry, broke, reckless — living off adrenaline and bad habits. The music was real, but the mindset… not so much.”
Reflecting on that period, he added, “When I look back now, I realize how much of that early aggression came from pain — not rebellion. I think that’s what bothers me. It wasn’t just attitude; it was hurt disguised as cool.”
Fans familiar with Slash’s gritty honesty and emotionally charged playing have long admired his ability to translate complex feelings into memorable riffs. Hits like “Sweet Child O’ Mine” and “November Rain” became anthems for generations, yet behind the powerful solos lay a man grappling with fame, addiction, and identity.
“I don’t regret the music,” Slash clarified. “It made me who I am. But some of it reminds me of a version of myself that wasn’t healthy. When you write from anger and chaos, it can sound great — but it can also trap you there.”
He pointed to his later solo work, including tracks like “Anastasia,” as examples of writing from a place of greater clarity. “Now, I write from a place of clarity. Still raw, still passionate — but not self-destructive. That’s the difference.”
For one of rock’s most celebrated guitarists, this candid reflection offers a rare glimpse into the emotional toll behind the thunderous music. “Music has always been therapy,” Slash said. “But sometimes, it takes decades to realize what you were really trying to heal.”
For a man whose Les Paul has voiced the highs and lows of rock history, Slash’s quiet admission may be the most profound note he’s ever played.