Symphony Of Destruction -

"Symphony of Destruction" is the iconic heavy metal anthem by the American band Megadeth , released in 1992 as the lead single from their multi-platinum album, Countdown to Extinction .

: The song was heavily inspired by the themes found in the book and film The Manchurian Candidate , focusing on "phantom governments" and puppet-like leaders. Musical Impact & Legacy Symphony Of Destruction

: Mustaine reportedly began writing the lyrics—starting with the line "My metal brain corrodes" —on the back of a sushi receipt after being struck by a sudden headache while driving. "Symphony of Destruction" is the iconic heavy metal