What makes Falling Away from Me by Korn notable?

The single achieved notable chart success, peaking at number 10 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and receiving significant airplay across radio stations. Its exploration of themes like abuse and alienation resonated deeply with listeners, contributing to Korn's reputation as poignant commentators on personal struggles during the late 90s. By the time 'Falling Away from Me' was released in December 1999, Korn had already established themselves as a leading force in the nu metal scene with their self-titled debut and breakout album 'Life Is Peachy'. This single marked a significant moment as it came just before their third album, 'Issues', which would further solidify their commercial success and influence.

How many songs are on Falling Away from Me?

Falling Away from Me has 3 tracks, running approximately 16 minutes.

Falling Away from Me

Korn · 1999

16 min · 3 tracks · alternative metal

A haunting blend of dark, introspective lyrics and heavy, groove-laden riffs that define the nu metal era.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Falling Away From Me (radio edit) — This version distills the album's haunting essence, showcasing Jonathan Davis's emotional vocal delivery against a backdrop of heavy instrumentation that captures the band's signature sound.
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Falling Away From Me (Krust remix) — The remix adds an electronic twist to the original track, demonstrating Korn's willingness to experiment with genres and expand their sonic palette beyond traditional metal.
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Jingle Balls — This playful interlude contrasts sharply with the darker themes of the other tracks, illustrating Korn's sense of humor and ability to balance heaviness with levity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

This single showcases strong writing and production typical of its era, but its limited tracklist affects cohesion.

What we noticed

The main track features a slow, heavy groove with layered guitars and a prominent bass line that drives the song forward.
The remix offers a different take on the original, emphasizing electronic elements while maintaining the core themes.

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 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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 solidified Korn's status in the nu metal scene after prior successes.
Themes: late '90s alienation· personal pain
Career context: By the time 'Falling Away from Me' was released in December 1999, Korn had already established themselves as a leading force in the nu metal scene with their self-titled debut and breakout album 'Life Is Peachy'. This single marked a significant moment as it came just before their third album, 'Issues', which would further solidify their commercial success and influence.
Stylistic neighbors: Slipknot· Deftones· Limp Bizkit