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Broken Wings

Alter Bridge · 2005

8 min · 2 tracks · hard rock · alternative metal · post-grunge

Anthemic melodies and powerful vocals intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, capturing a blend of hope and resilience.

Broken Wings is a single by Alter Bridge, released in 2005. Anthemic melodies and powerful vocals intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, capturing a blend of hope and resilience. 'Broken Wings' gained significant radio play, reaching the top of the Billboard charts for hot mainstream rock tracks, which helped cement Alter Bridge's reputation in the hard rock genre. The song's themes of overcoming adversity resonated widely, contributing to its enduring popularity and influence within the post-grunge movement. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Broken Wings sound like?

Anthemic melodies and powerful vocals intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, capturing a blend of hope and resilience. Rooted in hard rock and alternative metal.

What makes Broken Wings by Alter Bridge notable?

'Broken Wings' gained significant radio play, reaching the top of the Billboard charts for hot mainstream rock tracks, which helped cement Alter Bridge's reputation in the hard rock genre. The song's themes of overcoming adversity resonated widely, contributing to its enduring popularity and influence within the post-grunge movement. In 2005, Alter Bridge was solidifying their place in the rock scene with 'Broken Wings,' their follow-up to the successful debut album 'One Day Remains.' This release came during a period where they were establishing their identity post-Creed, showcasing their growth as a band and musicians.

How many songs are on Broken Wings?

Broken Wings has 2 tracks, running approximately 8 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·8:08

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Broken Wings (radio edit) Standout 3:57
  • 2 Broken Wings (radio edit W/extended intro) Standout 4:11

Release Date

June 27, 2005

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

8 min 8 sec