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From Simulation Theory (Super Deluxe)2018

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Algorithm

Burn like a slave Churn like a cog We are caged in simulations Algorithms evolve Push us aside and render us obsolete This means war With your creator Reload

Crash out This means war With your creator This means war With your creator

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"Algorithm" is a song by Muse from the album Simulation Theory (Super Deluxe), released in 2018. The song was written by Matt Bellamy. It was produced by Muse, Rich Costey.

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