10 Most Underrated Twenty One Pilots Songs
1. Pet Cheetah - Trench (2018)
‘Pet Cheetah’ is a bit of an outlier on Trench. Rather than linking to the overall concept of the record, this track explores the process of songwriting, and the result is a truly extraordinary piece of music.
The chorus is thick with ambient textures, creating a dream-like atmosphere for the listener to fall into. Lyrically, Joseph addresses the time-consuming nature of creativity. There’s a weariness to his delivery that’s easy to relate to if you’ve ever tried creating something from scratch.
The verses, meanwhile, are much darker. They’re driven by a beat that’s a bit like something from The Prodigy but with a catchy rap pattern thrown on top. The second verse is particularly good, with Joseph delving into the fear of losing the band’s dedicated following. The song then closes with a rave-worthy climax that’s perfect for the live setting.
‘Pet Cheetah’ is an unconventional song from an unconventional band, and it’s easily one of the best tunes they've ever come out with. Whenever the boys play this one live, the crowds go crazy for it.