Apocalypse Please

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About Apocalypse Please

"Apocalypse Please" is a song by English alternative rock band Muse, featured on their third studio album, Absolution (2003). A live version of the song was released as a download single on 23 August 2004, from which approximately 70% of all proceeds were donated to Oxfam. The song reached number ten on the first edition of the UK Official Download Chart, announced on 1 September 2004.


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Declare this an emergency,
Come on and spread, a sense of urgency 
And pull us through~
And pull us through~
And this is the end,
This is the end, of the world!

It's time we saw a miracle,
Come on its time, for something biblical,
To pull us through~
And pull us through~
And this is the end,
This is the end, of the world!

Proclaim eternal victory.
Come on and change, the course of history
And pull us through~
And pull us through~
And this is the end,
This is the end, of the world!

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The Muses (Ancient Greek: Μοῦσαι, moũsai: perhaps from the o-grade of the Proto-Indo-European root *men- "think") in Greek mythology, poetry, and literature, are the goddesses of the inspiration of literature, science and the arts. They were considered the source of the knowledge, related orally for centuries in the ancient culture that was contained in poetic lyrics and myths. more »

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Written by: MATTHEW JAMES BELLAMY

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11 facts about this song

Song Background
"Apocalypse Please" is a song by the British rock band Muse, featured on their third studio album, "Absolution".
Track Position
It is the second track in the "Absolution" album, released in 2003.
Writing and Composition
The song was written by Matthew Bellamy, the lead vocalist and principal songwriter of the band. - It is noted for its heavy use of Piano by Bellamy as the main instrument.
Song Theme
It has a doomsday or end of the world theme which is common in many Muse songs and aligns with the overall theme of the album.
Live Performances
"Apocalypse Please" was played regularly during the "Absolution" tour. - This song is unique as it is one of the few Muse songs that would see Matt Bellamy play the piano throughout whilst facing the crowd.
Pre-Release
It was first performed Live in 2003 before its studio version was released.
Single Release
"Apocalypse Please" was never released as an individual single, but its popularity with fans has ensured its presence in multiple setlists.
Critical Reception
The song has generally received favorable reviews from critics, with some praising its dramatic, apocalyptic lyrics and powerful musical composition.
Song Duration
The run time of "Apocalypse Please" is approximately 4 minutes and 12 seconds.
Atypical Music Elements
It features a choir in the background which is an unusual touch by Muse but this adds to the apocalyptic vibe of the song.
Album Success
The album "Absolution", which features "Apocalypse Please", is considered one of Muse's most successful albums and went platinum in the UK.

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