Beginning of the End (Wyld Stallyns edit) — Weezer

Beginning of the End (Wyld Stallyns edit) is a high-gloss, high-energy explosion of power pop that leans heavily into the arena-rock tropes of the 1980s. It sounds like a band having the time of their lives while winking at the camera.

The guitars are thick, saturated, and unapologetically loud, providing a foundation for Rivers Cuomo's signature melodic sensibility. It is the sonic equivalent of a neon-lit arcade or a high-budget sci-fi comedy, blending the awkward charm of early Weezer with the technical proficiency of a hair metal band.

Moments Worth Listening For

The bridge where the guitars transition into a dual-harmony shred fest reminiscent of 80s metal.

Rivers Cuomo's vocal climb during the final chorus that hits a peak of polished desperation.

The sudden, punchy drum fill that kicks the track from a mid-tempo chug into a full-blown anthem.

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Where This Album Departs

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