Unintended

Muse

About Unintended

"Unintended" is a song by English rock band Muse, released as the fifth and final single from their 1999 debut album, Showbiz.


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You could be my unintended
Choice to live my life extended
You could be the one I'll always love
You could be the one who listens
To my deepest inquisitions
You could be the one I'll always love

I'll be there as soon as I can
But I'm busy mending broken
Pieces of the life I had before

First there was the one who challenged
All my dreams and all my balance
She could never be as good as you
You could be my unintended
Choice to live my life extended
You should be the one I'll always love

I'll be there as soon as I can
But I'm busy mending broken
Pieces of the life I had before

I'll be there as soon as I can
But I'm busy mending broken
Pieces of the life I had before

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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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29 facts about this song

Songwriters
"Unintended" was written by all three members of Muse, Matthew Bellamy, Dominic Howard, and Christopher Wolstenholme.
Release Date
The song was released on 17th May 2000.
Album Inclusion
"Unintended" is included in band's debut studio album "Showbiz" which came out in 1999.
Song Theme
The song is known for its theme of regret and unspoken love.
Music Style
The music style of "Unintended" deviates from Muse's typical rock sound, favouring instead a softer, acoustic style.
Chart Performance
"Unintended" peaked at number 20 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Video
The song's music video was directed by Howard Greenhalgh, who has worked with bands like Soundgarden and Smashing Pumpkins.
Single Feature
"Unintended" was the fifth single to be released from their debut album.
Live Performance
The song was often performed live by Muse during their early years and has remained a staple in their setlist.
Track Versions
There are multiple versions of "Unintended", including a live version from Le Zenith, Paris, France featured on Hullabaloo Soundtrack.
Instrumentation
Bellamy used a seven-string guitar to perform the song live.
US Release
The song was not officially released as a single in the United States but did get moderate radio play.
Inspirations
Matthew Bellamy has mentioned that some of their early songs, like "Unintended", were influenced by the grunge scene of the early 90s, particularly bands like Nirvana and Pearl Jam.
Musician Views
The band members have expressed a less favourable view of the song in more recent years, with Bellamy describing it as the kind of song he wanted to move away from.
Critical Reception
Critics have drawn comparisons between "Unintended" and works by Radiohead and Jeff Buckley, citing Bellamy's distinctive emotional vocals.
Fan Interpretation
Many fans interpret the song as a love letter from Bellamy to a partner, expressing feelings of guilt for having unintentionally fallen in love with someone else.
Recording
"Unintended" was recorded at various studios across the UK, including Astoria in London, RAK Studios, and Sawmills in Cornwall.
Song Formation
"Unintended" is composed by the three band members of Muse, Matthew Bellamy, Christopher Wolstenholme, and Dominic Howard.
Album Appearance
The song is part of their debut studio album "Showbiz" which was released in 1999.
Single Release
"Unintended" was released as the fifth and final single from the album "Showbiz" on May 17, 2000.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 20 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Video
The "Unintended" music video depicts frontman Matthew Bellamy singing alone on a boat while being carried down the river.
Genre
"Unintended" is categorized under the genre of alternative rock and showcases a softer side of the band's music.
Song Lyrics
The lyrics speak about dealing with feelings of love that were unexpected and unintended.
Songwriting
Frontman Matthew Bellamy stated in an interview that the song was one of the first he ever wrote and was about his first girlfriend.
Live Performances
Although it's not regularly performed live, the band often includes "Unintended" in acoustic sets due to its ballad-like quality.
Acoustic Version
In 2020, Muse released an acoustic version of "Unintended", reimagining the soft ballad for their "Simulation Theory" film.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by numerous bands and artists due to its widespread popularity and emotional depth.
Fan Appreciation
"Unintended" has consistently remained a favorite amongst fans due to its emotional lyrics and evocative melody.

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