You can find this track on several official releases and streaming platforms:
: The song is a top-performing track on Spotify and Apple Music.
: At the end of the track, drummer Nick Menza continues playing after the song finishes. Dave Mustaine can be heard shouting "Nick! Nick! NICK!" until Menza finally stops and mutters a frustrated response. Many fans believe this was an inside joke or a genuine one-take recording blunder left in for character. Megadeth Paranoid
Megadeth’s high-octane cover of Black Sabbath’s "Paranoid" is a fan-favorite heavy metal staple that famously closes with drummer Nick Menza’s comical, frustrated shouts. Originally recorded for the 1994 tribute album Nativity in Black , the track was later featured on Megadeth's 1995 rarities collection, Hidden Treasures . 🤘 Key Highlights
: True to their thrash roots, Megadeth significantly sped up the original 1970 tempo, giving it a more aggressive, technical edge. 💿 Where to Hear It You can find this track on several official
: Others feel the cover lacks the soul of the original and sounds more like a "karaoke backing track."
Do you prefer the or Megadeth's rapid-fire thrash version? giving it a more aggressive
: Megadeth has performed the song live numerous times, including high-energy sets in Buenos Aires. 🗣️ Fan Perspectives