they were formed to play harder faster
and louder than anyone else
welcome to watchmojo.com and today we’re
counting down our picks for the top ten
Megadeth songs
for this list we’ve chosen our entries
based on a combination of the artists
fan favorites and their most
commercially successful songs number 10
for closure of a dream
this heavy-metal tune is the second
single from Megadeth’s overwhelmingly
successful fifth album countdown to
extinction
written by bassist dave ellison and
frontman Dave Mustaine the songs
harrowing tone is fitting considering
how its lyrical themes deal with the
government ruining people’s lives
particularly as related to the
agricultural industry
the meat of worthless now
what battery the four and a half minute
track also charted within the top 30 of
Billboard’s mainstream Rock Tracks chart
number nine in my darkest hour
the title is no lie Mustaine wrote this
thrash metal tune right after hearing
about the death of his former Metallica
bandmate
Cliff Burton
with its dark tone the so far so good so
what track stands as a reminder to value
the bonds you have with those around you
no matter what
all the while Mustaine and Ellefson
hammer out a mighty riff that enhances
the songs emotional power
number eight wake up dead
the first song off the band’s killers
second album wastes no time in showing
off just how incredible Mustaine
shredding skills are
things only get more impressive as the
track reaches its pinnacle
wake up dead may have been Megadeth’s
debut single but it’s become a live
staple since its release
number seven sweating bullets hello me
it’s me again
you can subdue but never change another
mainstream rock hit off countdown to
extinction sinking down to your level
sweating bullets reveals a sound that’s
as manic as Mustaine’s vocals starting
with an unforgettable rip it slowly
divulges its lyrical subject matter
despite being above schizophrenia the
tune manages to flow together to create
metal perfection in chaos
then the songs final line seals the deal
number six at Tula mall
while it first appeared on euthanasia a
to Lemone was re-recorded and released
for the band’s eleventh studio album
over 12 years later
the second version with the added set me
free to the title featured guest singer
Cristina Scabbia of Lacuna Coil
whether you prefer the more somber tone
of the original or the powerful dual
chorus of the new version
can’t deny that both songs keep you
hooked from the first note
number five tornado of souls
the band’s fourth album ruskin piece
isn’t only considered one of Megadeth’s
best efforts but also one of the
greatest albums in all of metal and it’s
not hard to see why
take for example tornado of souls on
Megadeth’s version of a breakup song
Marty Friedman offers us a kick-ass solo
while Mustaine’s chilling vocals storm
the tune from start to finish
it’s loud it’s fast and it’s oh so
Megadeth
number four hangar 18
this rust in peace tune has one of the
greatest openings in all of metal period
reportedly inspired by UFO conspiracy
theories the over five minute number was
a top 30 UK hit that attracted the
attention of fans and critics thanks to
its hard-hitting sound
while discussing the contradictory
nature of military intelligence
hangar 18 also earned a Grammy nod for
best metal performance
number three peace cells
the title cut off peace cells was an
immediate hit due to its inclusion in
almost all of the Bands live
performances preceding the release of
its parent album
with a memorable bass intro by Ellison
and Mustaine’s lyrical exploration into
metal stereotyping
it’s no wonder this track is one of
their best
number two symphony of destruction here
that that’s the sound of an unmistakable
opening to a legendary song as one of
their most successful tracks off
countdown to extinction this politically
motivated rocker could also be
considered Megadeth’s signature tune
with the powerful emotion and imagery of
its lyrics and some truly a great guitar
solos
the critically-acclaimed symphony of
destruction quickly found a home on
radio stations and in pop culture before
we unveil our number one pick here are a
few honorable mentions
yeah
number one holy wars the punishment do
this is undoubtedly one of Megadeth’s
finest songs
and it could almost be considered two
songs for the price of one
for the tracks first section Mustaine
was inspired by his experiences in
Northern Ireland
it’s a frantic piece that shows off
Friedman’s and Mustaine’s guitar skills
at their best
holy wars is then broken up by an
acoustic interlude
but leads to Section two called the
punishment due which depicts the actions
of Marvel antihero The Punisher
together they create nothing short of a
masterpiece
do you agree with our list what’s your
favorite Megadeth song for more videos
published every day be sure to subscribe
to watchmojo.com
and louder than anyone else
welcome to watchmojo.com and today we’re
counting down our picks for the top ten
Megadeth songs
for this list we’ve chosen our entries
based on a combination of the artists
fan favorites and their most
commercially successful songs number 10
for closure of a dream
this heavy-metal tune is the second
single from Megadeth’s overwhelmingly
successful fifth album countdown to
extinction
written by bassist dave ellison and
frontman Dave Mustaine the songs
harrowing tone is fitting considering
how its lyrical themes deal with the
government ruining people’s lives
particularly as related to the
agricultural industry
the meat of worthless now
what battery the four and a half minute
track also charted within the top 30 of
Billboard’s mainstream Rock Tracks chart
number nine in my darkest hour
the title is no lie Mustaine wrote this
thrash metal tune right after hearing
about the death of his former Metallica
bandmate
Cliff Burton
with its dark tone the so far so good so
what track stands as a reminder to value
the bonds you have with those around you
no matter what
all the while Mustaine and Ellefson
hammer out a mighty riff that enhances
the songs emotional power
number eight wake up dead
the first song off the band’s killers
second album wastes no time in showing
off just how incredible Mustaine
shredding skills are
things only get more impressive as the
track reaches its pinnacle
wake up dead may have been Megadeth’s
debut single but it’s become a live
staple since its release
number seven sweating bullets hello me
it’s me again
you can subdue but never change another
mainstream rock hit off countdown to
extinction sinking down to your level
sweating bullets reveals a sound that’s
as manic as Mustaine’s vocals starting
with an unforgettable rip it slowly
divulges its lyrical subject matter
despite being above schizophrenia the
tune manages to flow together to create
metal perfection in chaos
then the songs final line seals the deal
number six at Tula mall
while it first appeared on euthanasia a
to Lemone was re-recorded and released
for the band’s eleventh studio album
over 12 years later
the second version with the added set me
free to the title featured guest singer
Cristina Scabbia of Lacuna Coil
whether you prefer the more somber tone
of the original or the powerful dual
chorus of the new version
can’t deny that both songs keep you
hooked from the first note
number five tornado of souls
the band’s fourth album ruskin piece
isn’t only considered one of Megadeth’s
best efforts but also one of the
greatest albums in all of metal and it’s
not hard to see why
take for example tornado of souls on
Megadeth’s version of a breakup song
Marty Friedman offers us a kick-ass solo
while Mustaine’s chilling vocals storm
the tune from start to finish
it’s loud it’s fast and it’s oh so
Megadeth
number four hangar 18
this rust in peace tune has one of the
greatest openings in all of metal period
reportedly inspired by UFO conspiracy
theories the over five minute number was
a top 30 UK hit that attracted the
attention of fans and critics thanks to
its hard-hitting sound
while discussing the contradictory
nature of military intelligence
hangar 18 also earned a Grammy nod for
best metal performance
number three peace cells
the title cut off peace cells was an
immediate hit due to its inclusion in
almost all of the Bands live
performances preceding the release of
its parent album
with a memorable bass intro by Ellison
and Mustaine’s lyrical exploration into
metal stereotyping
it’s no wonder this track is one of
their best
number two symphony of destruction here
that that’s the sound of an unmistakable
opening to a legendary song as one of
their most successful tracks off
countdown to extinction this politically
motivated rocker could also be
considered Megadeth’s signature tune
with the powerful emotion and imagery of
its lyrics and some truly a great guitar
solos
the critically-acclaimed symphony of
destruction quickly found a home on
radio stations and in pop culture before
we unveil our number one pick here are a
few honorable mentions
yeah
number one holy wars the punishment do
this is undoubtedly one of Megadeth’s
finest songs
and it could almost be considered two
songs for the price of one
for the tracks first section Mustaine
was inspired by his experiences in
Northern Ireland
it’s a frantic piece that shows off
Friedman’s and Mustaine’s guitar skills
at their best
holy wars is then broken up by an
acoustic interlude
but leads to Section two called the
punishment due which depicts the actions
of Marvel antihero The Punisher
together they create nothing short of a
masterpiece
do you agree with our list what’s your
favorite Megadeth song for more videos
published every day be sure to subscribe
to watchmojo.com
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