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Butchered at Birth is the second studio album by American death metal band Cannibal Corpse, released on July 23, 1991. The album is characterized by its brutal sound, aggressive instrumentation, and graphic lyrical content, cementing Cannibal Corpse's reputation in the extreme metal scene. The album features a raw and unpolished production that complements its themes of horror and violence, which has contributed to its status as a classic in the death metal genre. The artwork, created by Vincent Locke, is notorious for its graphic nature, leading to controversy and censorship upon release.