Failure
Breaking Benjamin · 2015
3 min · 1 track · alternative rock
A powerful blend of soaring melodies and heavy riffs that encapsulates the emotional turmoil of modern existence.
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Failure — The title track serves as an anthem of resilience, blending introspective lyrics with powerful instrumentals that evoke a sense of struggle and hope.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks depth for repeated listens.
What we noticed
- The track features a steady mid-tempo beat with layered guitar riffs that build in intensity throughout.
- The song structure follows a traditional verse-chorus format, with a bridge that introduces a quieter moment before the final chorus.
- 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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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
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 — Re-established the band's prominence after a hiatus, gaining significant radio play.
- Career context
- Released in 2015, 'Failure' marked Breaking Benjamin's return after a hiatus and lineup changes, being their first new material since 2006's 'Phobia'. The album showcases a matured sound while staying true to their post-grunge roots, reflecting both continuity and evolution in their career trajectory.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Three Days Grace· Seether· Shinedown
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Failure
The moment shifts from personal reflection to an urgent plea for change, contrasting vulnerability with a surge of determination.
This transition in tone emphasizes the conflict between despair and the desire for redemption, showcasing the songwriting depth prevalent throughout the album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Failure 3:35
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