Född förlorare
Shining · 2011
41 min · 6 tracks · black metal
A haunting blend of dissonant guitars and somber melodies, interwoven with anguished vocals that explore themes of despair and human struggle.
Top tracks — play these first
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Förtvivlan, min arvedel — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its atmospheric instrumentation and introspective lyrics, encapsulating the overarching themes of loss and existential dread.
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Tiden läker inga sår — With its lengthy structure and progressive elements, this track showcases the band's ability to fuse traditional black metal with melodic and experimental influences, creating a captivating listening experience.
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Människa o'avskyvärda människa — This track stands out for its intense emotional delivery and lyrical exploration of humanity's darker facets, representing the album's core thematic concerns effectively.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's complex arrangements and emotional intensity mark it as a significant work in black metal.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of dissonant guitar riffs that create a haunting atmosphere throughout.
- Each track typically exceeds six minutes, allowing for extended instrumental passages that build tension and release.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting melodies for deep reflection
- long tracks invite contemplative focus
- anguished vocals express profound despair
- emotional intensity for late nights
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, instant gratification
- seek short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Född förlorare is Shining's fifth studio album, released during a period of increasing recognition for the band in the black metal scene. Following their previous release, Vi kan dö, this album marked a further evolution in their sound, showcasing a more avant-garde approach while maintaining their signature intensity.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Tiden läker inga sår
The bridge shifts from a melancholic reflection on pain to an aggressive declaration of futility.
This juxtaposition intensifies the emotional weight of the song, contrasting vulnerability with raw power in a way that mirrors the album's exploration of despair.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Förtvivlan, min arvedel 6:29
- 2 Tiden läker inga sår 8:10
- 3 Människa o'avskyvärda människa 6:42
- 4 Tillsammans är vi allt 9:22
- 5 I nattens timma 4:04
- 6 FFF 7:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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