Did My Time
Korn · 2003
13 min · 3 tracks · alternative metal
Heavy guitars and anthemic choruses combine with introspective lyrics, capturing the struggle of facing personal demons.
Top tracks — play these first
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Did My Time — The title track encapsulates the band's signature heavy sound while addressing themes of frustration and existential reflection, making it emblematic of their style.
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Did My Time (The Grayedout mix) — This remix offers a different sonic interpretation, highlighting the song's versatility and appeal across various audiences.
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One (live) — This live cut showcases the band's energetic performance style and serves as a reminder of their early impact on the nu-metal genre.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single showcases Korn's heavy sound with an engaging chorus but lacks depth across its limited tracks.
What we noticed
- The lead track features a heavy, down-tuned guitar riff that drives the song forward, complemented by dynamic shifts in intensity.
- The chorus is anthemic, featuring layered vocals that create a sense of urgency and emotional weight.
- The second track presents a remix that alters the original's arrangement, emphasizing electronic elements over the traditional metal sound.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- Deep Cut — A notable single that showcases Korn's sound but isn't a primary album.
- Themes
- internal conflict· early 2000s angst· nu metal evolution
- Career context
- Released as a single in 2003, Did My Time came after Korn's commercial success with their album Untouchables. This period marked a transition for the band as they sought to refine their sound while grappling with internal challenges and public scrutiny.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Slipknot· Deftones· Limp Bizkit
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Did My Time 4:10
- 2 Did My Time (The Grayedout mix) 4:47
- 3 One (live) 4:31
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Meteora
Linkin Park
Shares the same blend of angst and heavy instrumentals, embodying early 2000s nu metal evolution.
.5: The Gray Chapter
Slipknot
Explores similar themes of internal conflict through aggressive soundscapes and intense vocal delivery.
White Pony
Deftones
Combines atmospheric heaviness with emotional depth, paralleling Korn's late nu metal evolution.
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