What makes Do Me a Favor by Stone Sour notable?

The album features the titular track, which received significant airplay and charted on Billboard's Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks, highlighting its impact within the alternative metal scene. Critics noted the song's depth and maturity, contributing to Stone Sour's reputation as a band capable of crafting compelling narratives through music. Released on February 12, 2013, 'Do Me a Favor' is from Stone Sour's fourth studio album, marking a time when the band was solidifying their identity amidst a post-grunge landscape. Following the commercial success of their previous album, 'Audio Secrecy,' this release continued to showcase their evolution as they experimented with darker themes and more complex songwriting.

How many songs are on Do Me a Favor?

Do Me a Favor has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Do Me a Favor

Stone Sour · 2013

3 min · 1 track · alternative rock

A raw exploration of emotional turmoil, blending hard rock energy with introspective lyrics and powerful melodies.

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Do Me a Favor — This track encapsulates the album's emotional intensity, combining aggressive instrumentals with hauntingly vulnerable lyrics that delve into themes of regret and longing.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

52 /100

Foothills

Higher than 38% of albums we've rated

The song blends hard rock energy with introspective lyrics, creating a strong emotional impact.

What we noticed

The song features a dynamic structure, alternating between quiet verses and explosive choruses that emphasize emotional intensity.
Lyrically, it employs a first-person narrative that delves into themes of betrayal and self-reflection, creating a personal connection with the listener.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 4/10

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: Breakthrough — The single gained significant airplay, marking wider recognition for the band.
Themes: emotional turmoil· post-grunge identity· introspective regret
Career context: Released on February 12, 2013, 'Do Me a Favor' is from Stone Sour's fourth studio album, marking a time when the band was solidifying their identity amidst a post-grunge landscape. Following the commercial success of their previous album, 'Audio Secrecy,' this release continued to showcase their evolution as they experimented with darker themes and more complex songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors: Breaking Benjamin· Shinedown· Three Days Grace