The 2nd Law: Unsustainable
Muse
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All natural and technological processes Proceed in such a way that the availability Of the remaining energy decreases In all energy exchanges, if no energy Enters or leaves an isolated system The entropy of that system increases Energy continuously flows from being Concentrated to becoming dispersed Spread out, wasted and useless New energy cannot be created and high grade Energy is being destroyed An economy based on endless growth is Unsustainable Unsu Unsustain unsustain unser Uns' uns' unsustainer unsustainer Unsu Unsustain Unsustain Uns' uns' you're unsustainable The fundamental laws of thermodynamics will Place fixed limits on technological innovation And human advancement In an isolated system, the entropy Can only increase A species set on endless growth is Unsustainable Unsu Unsustain unsustain unser Uns' uns' unsustainer unsustainer Unsu Unsustain Unsustain Uns' uns' you're unsustainable
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Written by: Matthew James Bellamy
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10 facts about this song
Song Title"The 2nd Law: Unsustainable" is actually an indication to the second law of thermodynamics, which implies that all natural processes lead towards a state of entropy (disorder) or unsustainability.
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Genre ClassificationThis song is often associated with a blend of progressive rock, electronic, and symphonic music. It incorporates dubstep elements, which was a departure from Muse's original rock sound.
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Released Year"The 2nd Law: Unsustainable" was released in 2012 as a part of the band's 6th studio album, "The 2nd Law."
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Track OrderIt is the twelfth track on the album and is part of a two-song suite along with "The 2nd Law: Isolated System."
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Lyrics ThemeThe song's lyrics discuss the unsustainable pathway humanity is following, especially concerning energy use. The band's lead singer, Matt Bellamy, was inspired by a Richard Feynman documentary on the law of thermodynamics.
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Orchestration and Production"The 2nd Law: Unsustainable" was orchestrated in collaboration with David Campbell, who previously worked with major artists like Radiohead and Beck.
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Unique TeaserIt was the first song from the album to be heard by fans. "Unsustainable" was released as a trailer for the album "The 2nd Law".
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Music VideoThe music video, directed by Tom Kirk and filmed at the O2 Arena in London, features news footage of various environmental and economic disasters, complementing the unsustainability theme of the song.
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Live PerformancesIn live performances, "Unsustainable" has been used as the first song in the encore since the start of The 2nd Law world tour, usually accompanied by spectacular pyrotechnics and visual effects to emphasize its impactful message.
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ReceptionCritics have mostly praised its experimental nature and daring incorporation of non-traditional genre elements into rock. However, some fans were initially surprised by the band's decision to incorporate dubstep into their sound.
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