Top Ten Songs by System of a Down

System of a Down is a very unique band. They have always had a way of combining very hard, loud, and unpredictable music with pretty and soothing intervals. They are very enlightened song writers, as they clearly understand exactly what they want to do in a song from the first second. I have compiled a list that I think best represents their talents.

10. Question
As good as their new material is, I definitely prefer the older sound of System, which is why I chose to put Track #8 from “Mezmerize” on this list. It reminds me of their older style, with the interesting time signature and the powerful melody coupled with deep, hard chords.

9. Holy Mountains
Track #8 on “Hypnotize” is also my favorite on the album. It has a very interesting and different sound. The transition from slow and eerie verse to sporadic breakdown to gripping, harmonic chorus just makes for an incredible recording.

8. Mr. Jack
Track #7 on “Steal this Album!,” Mr. Jack is a pretty good transition piece between System’s sound on the first two albums and their sound on the last two. It incorporates very strong harmonies and heavy guitar parts as well as pretty and calm musical breaks.

7. Needles
Track #2 on “Toxicity,” this song sort of introduces a new approach from the band. Although it still sounds very heavy and deep, it is more formatted and structured than their previous work had been, and the use of vocal harmonies in some of the song was a very cool insertion.

6. P.L.U.C.K.
Track #13 on “System of a Down,” this song shows off the band’s talent as musicians. Despite its sporadic nature, they perform it so flawlessly you can only sit back and be amazed. Also, the breakdowns and transitions are small but important, and the parts that System incorporated into the song are perfect.