What makes Crashed by Daughtry notable?

The album debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 and was certified platinum by the RIAA, solidifying Daughtry's status in the rock genre. Its lead single, Crashed, received significant radio airplay and contributed to the band's ongoing popularity during the mid-2000s rock revival. Crashed is Daughtry's sophomore effort, released on September 5, 2007, following their acclaimed self-titled debut. The album showcases the band's evolution in sound while maintaining their signature post-grunge style, reflecting their growth as songwriters and musicians since their rise to fame on American Idol just a year prior.

How many songs are on Crashed?

Crashed has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Crashed

Daughtry · 2007

3 min · 1 track · hard rock

A blend of soaring melodies and hard-hitting riffs, capturing the emotional turmoil of love and loss.

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Crashed (mix #2) — This title track encapsulates the album's exploration of vulnerability and heartbreak through powerful vocals and anthemic choruses, making it a quintessential Daughtry song.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

42 /100

Lowland

Higher than 1% of albums we've rated

The track showcases solid songwriting and production typical of its genre but lacks standout elements for lasting impact.

What we noticed

The track features a dynamic range, starting with a soft piano intro that builds into a powerful chorus with layered guitars.
Vocals are delivered with a strong emotional intensity, alternating between softer verses and explosive choruses.
The song employs a standard verse-chorus structure, with the bridge providing a contrasting section before returning to the final chorus.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Established Daughtry's reputation with a strong commercial debut and solidified their presence in rock.
Career context: Crashed is Daughtry's sophomore effort, released on September 5, 2007, following their acclaimed self-titled debut. The album showcases the band's evolution in sound while maintaining their signature post-grunge style, reflecting their growth as songwriters and musicians since their rise to fame on American Idol just a year prior.
Stylistic neighbors: Nickelback· Hinder· Creed