Wow. The opening song, images, and arrangement are so evocative. The raw, emotional power is almost unnerving, which sets the tone of the show perfectly.

There are some stylistic similarities between the opening song sequence of True Blood and that of True Detective: I wonder if the videos-of-sorts have the same directors. The song, too, perfectly accompanies the show. 'Simultaneously political, creepy, and erotic title sequence: a compelling mix.

The dark humor and irony match the show's, and it captures the character's dichotomies and charm. It also mercifully, or sadistically, I suppose, depending on one's view, offers some levity before the show challenges and often emotionally pummels the viewer. The imagery is interesting and visually appealing, while hinting at something more disturbing, plus there's that great llook Michael C. Hall gives at the end of the introduction as he walks along his apartment balcony.

Long before True Detective, Mad Men, True Blood, and other excellent title sequences, there was Twin Peaks and its intro, which, like the show, was ahead of its time. 'Powerful, heartbreaking, and moody; some of the more recent tv intros on this list seem to be, in part, a natural evolution of this show's.

Political, sexy, and makes you want to get up and dance. 'Sets up the lead character, as well as the tome, content, and implications of the show, so wonderfully.

Irresistible. Archie and Edith singing, in character, together.

Classic; iconic.

The song is beautiful and sad with a touch of hope, much like the show itself. The images of a depressed urban area reflect the mood with precision and compassion.

The song does most of the work here, and does it very well.

A well-deserved classic. It's become part of the culture-at-large, as well as helping the show to capture a cult following.

Edgy and modern, many shows followed with stylistically similar theme songs and spliced image compilations.

Without this show, would shows like Breaking Bad, Dexter, and many others of the recent "golden age of television" have ever been made, or picked up and aired? The intelligent and brave show had a lot more than the intro, of course, but it was part of the wrenching and sophisticated package.