Megadeth Paranoid May 2026

You can find this track on several official releases and streaming platforms:

: 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

: Some fans argue Mustaine’s "poisonous" vocal delivery and the increased speed make it superior to the Sabbath original . You can find this track on several official

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: The song is a top-performing track on Spotify and Apple Music.

: Available as a physical CD or digital download via retailers like Amazon or eBay.

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