Attack (Thirty Seconds to Mars song)

"Attack" is a song by American rock band Thirty Seconds to Mars. The song was released by Immortal and Virgin on May 3, 2005, as the lead single from the band's second album, A Beautiful Lie. The song was written by Jared Leto and was produced by Josh Abraham and 30 Seconds to Mars. The song is a dynamic expression of rebirth and renewal. 30 Seconds to Mars premiered the song on the American network Fuse on May 25, 2005, during Daily Download. "Attack" has been critically appreciated, with reviewers complimenting its energetic keyboards, vast, abrasive guitars and infectious vocals. The song was the most added track on alternative radio in its first week, becoming a Billboard's Modern Rock top 30 hit. It attained success during the years, debuting for the first time on European charts only after two years of its original release. The accompanying music video, which aired on August 29, 2005, takes place in an abandoned hotel in Hollywood and every frame hides some messages. The song is featured in ATV Offroad Fury 4, The Fast and the Furious (2006 video game) and in the EA Trax of Madden NFL 06 (Xbox 360 only). "Attack" was released as a purchasable download for the music video game series Rock Band on Christmas 2007. It is also available as downloadable content for Guitar Hero 5 as of February 4, 2010.