What makes Driven by Sevendust notable?

Driven debuted at number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant commercial performance for the band. The album's lead single, Driven, received substantial airplay on rock radio, contributing to its recognition and influence within the alternative metal genre during the mid-2000s. Released in 2007, Driven is Sevendust's sixth studio album, following their successful release of Next in 2005. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the nu-metal scene while evolving their sound to incorporate more melodic elements, showcasing their growth as musicians.

How many songs are on Driven?

Driven has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Driven

Sevendust · 2007

3 min · 1 track · alternative metal

A powerful blend of aggressive riffs and melodic harmonies that encapsulates the raw energy of alternative metal.

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Driven — As the title track and lead single, Driven exemplifies Sevendust's signature sound with its mix of heavy instrumentation and emotive vocals, anchoring the album's themes of determination and struggle.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

Driven combines aggressive riffs with melodic elements, typical of its genre but not particularly innovative.

What we noticed

The track features a heavy, distorted guitar riff that drives the song forward, complemented by dynamic shifts in intensity.
The song structure follows a traditional verse-chorus format but includes a bridge that introduces a quieter, more introspective section before returning to the 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: 6/10
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 wider recognition with strong commercial performance and radio airplay.
Themes: personal struggle· nu-metal resilience· emotional turmoil
Career context: Released in 2007, Driven is Sevendust's sixth studio album, following their successful release of Next in 2005. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the nu-metal scene while evolving their sound to incorporate more melodic elements, showcasing their growth as musicians.
Stylistic neighbors: Mudvayne· Korn· Godsmack