25 Greatest Muse Songs Of All Time

5. Plug In Baby

http://youtu.be/dbB-mICjkQM That opening guitar riff is probably one of the most iconic in the last 20 years of British rock music, and deservedly so. It was technically impressive, yet hummable, and for it to burst forth from the initial wall of feedback was a hell of a shock to hear on daytime radio, where I first heard it. Like many great Muse songs, the small moments are enough to elevate somewhat basic structures or meandering verses, and 'Plug In Baby' was one of those songs. A fantastic chorus guarantees its place in Muse folklore, and that riff will be sending crowds wild until the day Matt hangs up his axe and becomes the next Doctor Who. This song is also significant as it was Muse's first huge dent in the chart, just missing the top ten, which they have come to now take for granted. There will probably be few killer singles as this in Muse's future unless a serious rethink is had.

4. Space Dementia

http://youtu.be/dOCZFChafOQ Incredibly, only one Muse song contains the word 'space' in the title, and it is this classic from 'Origin Of Symmetry.' The song also confusingly actually lives up to its title, as we are treated to a stunning virtuoso piano recital from Matt. The part where he wails "with the chiiiiilllll" is one that still does strange things to me, as the bass and drum co-exist with this piano sprinkle to perfect effect. One of Muse's strangest choruses follows, complete with a typically 'Muse' arpeggiated synth of sorts, before the piano bursts back through the door dragging us back for another round. It eventually all collapses into wall after wall of feedback as the band achieve lift-off. Eventually the rest of the band undoubtedly looks on as Matt unveils all the possible ways he can play with his amps. While they might get bored, the listener is dumbfounded, and wishes it could go on forever. Well I certainly did.