And Love Said No – The Greatest Hits 1997–2004
HIM · 2004
67 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · gothic rock · gothic metal
Gothic melodies intertwine with emotive lyrics, creating a haunting yet romantic atmosphere that defines HIM's signature sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting melodies for introspection
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- romantic themes for reflective moments
- wave-like pacing for deep listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- gothic romance· poetic heartbreak· late-night confessions
- Career context
- Released in 2004, 'And Love Said No' compiles HIM's most impactful tracks from their rise to fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s. This collection came after their breakthrough album 'Razorblade Romance' (1999), which significantly elevated their profile internationally. By this point, HIM had established themselves as key figures in the gothic rock genre, blending heavy instrumentation with melodic hooks.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Type O Negative· The 69 Eyes· Lacuna Coil
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Blessed Be by The 69 Eyes — Similar gothic romance themes with a blend of dark melodies and emotive lyrics.Once by Nightwish — Shares a grand, atmospheric sound with heavy instrumentation and operatic vocals, enhancing gothic storytelling.October Rust by Type O Negative — Combines haunting melodies with poetic heartbreak, creating a rich, emotional listening experience.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 And Love Said No 4:11
- 2 Join Me 3:38
- 3 Buried Alive by Love 5:02
- 4 Heartache Every Moment 3:58
- 5 Solitary Man 3:38
- 6 Right Here in My Arms 4:01
- 7 The Funeral of Hearts 4:30
- 8 In Joy and Sorrow 4:00
- 9 Your Sweet 666 3:58
- 10 Gone With the Sin 4:23
- 11 Wicked Game 4:06
- 12 The Sacrament 4:31
- 13 Close to the Flame 3:47
- 14 Poison Girl 3:52
- 15 Pretending 3:42
- 16 When Love and Death Embrace 6:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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