: Guitarist Daron Malakian wrote the song years before the band even had a record deal. It was originally rehearsed with the full band, but they ultimately decided a stripped-down version better captured its quiet intensity.
is a rare acoustic ballad by System of a Down, released in 2002 on their third studio album, Steal This Album! . It stands out in the band's discography for its minimalist production and literal, emotionally raw lyrics, contrasting sharply with their typical high-energy, politically charged nu-metal sound. Background and Composition System Of A Down - Roulette (Official Audio)
The song explores the confusion, insecurity, and fatalism of love. Malakian has explicitly described it as a "" in interviews with Guitar World . : Guitarist Daron Malakian wrote the song years