Crooked Teeth
Papa Roach · 2017
34 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
Energetic anthems blend heavy riffs and introspective lyrics, marking a bold continuation of Papa Roach's legacy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Break the Fall Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Born for Greatness — This track serves as an uplifting anthem, showcasing a powerful chorus that encourages listeners to embrace their potential and face challenges head-on.
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Crooked Teeth — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of self-acceptance, merging heavy instrumentation with candid lyrics about imperfections and struggles.
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Help — In 'Help', the raw vulnerability in the lyrics addresses mental health issues, reflecting a more introspective side of the band that resonates deeply with fans.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic rock with introspective lyrics but lacks standout compositions that elevate it beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature driving rhythms and heavy guitar riffs, establishing a high-energy tone that persists through the album's early half.
- Several tracks incorporate electronic elements, such as synths and samples, which blend with traditional rock instrumentation to create a modern sound.
- Lyrically, the album frequently addresses themes of personal struggle and resilience, with anthemic choruses designed for sing-alongs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo anthems
- introspective lyrics for reflection
- uplifting moments of resilience
- short bursts of energy
- for daily motivation
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, sprawling compositions
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Explores new sounds and themes, marking a bold continuation of their legacy.
- Career context
- Released in 2017, Crooked Teeth is Papa Roach's eighth studio album, following the commercially successful F.E.A.R. (2015). At this point in their career, the band was exploring new sounds while maintaining their signature nu-metal roots, aiming to resonate with both longtime fans and newer audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Linkin Park· Korn· Limp Bizkit
Tracklist
- 1 Break the Fall Start here 3:10
- 2 Crooked Teeth 3:03
- 3 My Medication 3:15
- 4 Born for Greatness 3:47
- 5 American Dreams 3:23
- 6 Periscope 3:36
- 7 Help 3:34
- 8 Sunrise Trailer Park 3:47
- 9 Traumatic 2:48
- 10 None of the Above 3:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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