What makes Drown by Bring Me the Horizon notable?

The single reached No. 1 on the UK Rock Chart and secured a top position in several international charts, marking a significant commercial success for the band. Its music video garnered millions of views, showcasing the band's increasing influence in the alternative music scene during this period. Released as part of Bring Me the Horizon's transition from their heavier deathcore roots, 'Drown' arrived after the commercially successful album 'Sempiternal' (2013). At this point, the band was beginning to experiment with a more melodic sound, signaling a new phase in their musical evolution.

How many songs are on Drown?

Drown has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Drown

Bring Me the Horizon · 2014

3 min · 1 track · pop rock

A visceral blend of metalcore intensity and pop-rock melodies wrapped in an atmosphere of existential dread.

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Drown — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of despair and struggle, featuring haunting lyrics juxtaposed with powerful instrumentation that highlights the band's evolving sound.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

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Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The single blends metalcore and pop-rock effectively, showcasing strong dynamics and emotional vocal shifts.

What we noticed

The song features a dynamic contrast between heavy guitar riffs and melodic choruses, creating a push-pull effect throughout.
Vocal delivery shifts from aggressive screams to clean singing, emphasizing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
The arrangement builds tension with layered instrumentation that crescendos before releasing into the chorus.

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

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 — Significant commercial success and recognition after 'Sempiternal', marking a shift in sound.
Career context: Released as part of Bring Me the Horizon's transition from their heavier deathcore roots, 'Drown' arrived after the commercially successful album 'Sempiternal' (2013). At this point, the band was beginning to experiment with a more melodic sound, signaling a new phase in their musical evolution.
Stylistic neighbors: Architects· Parkway Drive· While She Sleeps