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Get Hurt

The Gaslight Anthem · 2014

56 min · 16 tracks · punk · Americana

A raw exploration of vulnerability, where punk energy meets confessional songwriting against a backdrop of Americana influences.

Why this album works

'Get Hurt' marked a significant departure from the band's earlier work, receiving mixed to positive reviews and charting at No. 4 on the Billboard 200. It reflects a moment of artistic evolution for the band as they experimented with darker themes and complex emotions, resonating with fans seeking more mature narratives.
Best for
steady emotional exploration raw vulnerability in lyrics mid-tempo reflective sessions
Context
Released on August 19, 2014, 'Get Hurt' is The Gaslight Anthem's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Handwritten'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a shift in sound and lyrical depth, moving towards more introspective themes while still embracing their punk roots.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Stay Vicious Standout 3:34
  • 2 1,000 Years Standout 3:39
  • 3 Get Hurt Standout 3:43
  • 4 Stray Paper 2:49
  • 5 Helter Skeleton 3:14
  • 6 Underneath the Ground 4:06
  • 7 Rollin’ and Tumblin’ 2:51
  • 8 Red Violins 3:21
  • 9 Selected Poems 2:53
  • 10 Ain’t That a Shame 3:03
  • 11 Break Your Heart 4:20
  • 12 Dark Places 3:45
  • 13 Sweet Morphine 4:17
  • 14 Mama’s Boys 4:01
  • 15 Halloween 3:13
  • 16 This Is Where We Part 3:54

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