What is the best System of a Down album of all time?

Erratic, politically charged, and uniquely Armenian-American in flavor — five records of barely controlled genius that still sound like nothing else. Which is your pick?

1

Toxicity

System of a Down's 2001 iconic album mixing Armenian folk, metal, and political themes.

2

Mezmerize

System of a Down's 2005 first of a two-part album set, debuting at #1.

3

Hypnotize

System of a Down's 2005 companion album released six months after Mezmerize.

4

System of a Down

System of a Down's 1998 self-titled debut album introducing their chaotic style.

5

Steal This Album!

System of a Down's 2002 compilation of unreleased tracks from the Toxicity sessions.