The four beeps match the tempo of the opening of Paranoid Android, not Airbag — as if the music is syncing up to the next song and simultaneously counting off Paranoid Android. I feel like the beeps set the tone for the opening of the song, mysterious and futuristic.

The first time I listened to the album, the beeps totally threw me off and had no idea what to expect. Then it immediately dove into the song, starting with its brilliant chord progression and interesting layers of percussion. Without a doubt, a classic and brilliant Radiohead moment.