Megadeth is now three songs deep into their self-titled final album, and we have the new song and lyrics for “Let There Be Shred.”

Dave Mustaine and Teemu Mantysaari are clearly enjoying themselves as they deliver some blistering guitar work on this pulse-racing track. The song itself reflects their passion for heavy music, capturing the essence of what it means to shred on the guitar.

Listen to the song (the corresponding video will be available Friday morning using the video player below), and check out the lyrics for “Let There Be Shred” below.

Megadeth, “Let There Be Shred”

Megadeth, “Let There Be Shred” Lyrics

The stage has been lit, get up on your feet
Hearts start to pound; everyone get off your seat
My fingers spontaneously combust into flames
Destroying pretenders, only ashes remain

On the day I was born, a guitar in my hands
The earth started rumbling a thunderous command
To bash and to thrash, to bang my head
To smash my guitar and “Let There Be Shred!”

Solo Teemu

The amps start to roar, a tsunami of sound
Controlling the air, shaking the ground
Guitars are all screaming, they squeal with delight
Clawing fretboards away at the speed of light

On the day I was born, a guitar in my hands
The earth started rumbling a thunderous command
To bash and to thrash, to bang my head
To smash my guitar and “Let There Be Shred!”

Solo Teemu

Solo Dave

At the end of it all, they are left in my wake
One-by-one they’d fall, one-by-one they’d break
Faster than lightning, a machine gun on meth
Dead on arrival, a guitar beat to death

On the day I was born, a guitar in my hands
The earth started rumbling a thunderous command
To bash and to thrash, to bang my head
To smash my guitar and “Let There Be Shred!”

Megadeth’s Final Album Plan

In August, Megadeth announced that they would conclude their career with one final album and a farewell tour.

In a message to fans, Dave Mustaine stated, “There are many musicians who have reached the end of their careers, whether by accident or intention. Most do not get to go out on their own terms at their peak, and that’s where I am in my life right now. I have traveled the world and made millions of fans. The hardest part of all this is saying goodbye to them.”

“We can’t wait for you to hear this album and see us on tour. If there was ever a perfect time for us to release a new album, it’s now. If there was ever a perfect time to tour the world, it’s now. This is also a perfect time for us to tell you that it’s our last studio album. We’ve made many friends over the years and I hope to see all of you on our global farewell tour. Don’t be mad, don’t be sad; be happy for us all. Come celebrate with me these next few years. We have done something together that’s truly wonderful and will probably never happen again. We started a musical style; we started a revolution; we changed the guitar world and how it’s played; we changed the world. The bands I played in have influenced the world. I love you all for it. Thank you for everything.”

Since then, the band has released the lead single “Tipping Point,” followed by their second single “I Don’t Care,” and revealed that a cover of Metallica’s “Ride the Lightning” (which Mustaine co-wrote while in the band) will be a bonus track on the new album.

The record is set to arrive on Jan. 23 through BLKIIBLK / Frontiers and is currently available for pre-order.

More Megadeth Plans

Megadeth has announced that on Jan. 17 in La Vergne, Tenn. (just outside Nashville), they’ll host “Let There Be Shred: The Ultimate Megadeth Immersive Listening Event.”

This exclusive day-long celebration will allow attendees to get closer to the band with music, stories, and more. The group will present a rare acoustic performance, break down their songwriting and playing techniques as part of a master class, and participate in a Q&A session. Additionally, singer-guitarist Dave Mustaine will engage in conversation with Gibson’s CEO Cesar Gueikian.

READ MORE: Dave Mustaine Reveals What Started His Retirement Idea

The event will also feature a full-album playthrough, immersive spaces and displays, food, drinks, Megadeth beer, and House of Mustaine wine tasting; an exclusive merch kit; photo ops; contests; and more. Get additional details through the band’s website.

The Megadeth final album festivities are also extending to the big screen. Megadeth: Behind the Mask is a cinematic event chronicling 40 years of Megadeth music. The film will appear on over 1,000 screens worldwide. For tickets, check the special film website and view the trailer below.

Megadeth: Behind the Mask Trailer

Finally, regarding Megadeth’s farewell tour, the itinerary is beginning to fill up. All dates and ticketing information can be found through the band’s website.