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Get Up!

Korn · 2011

13 min · 3 tracks · alternative metal

Aggressive beats blend with electronic elements and introspective lyrics, creating a dynamic nu-metal soundscape that confronts inner struggles.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Get Up! — The title track showcases a fusion of aggressive vocals and electronic production, embodying the album's theme of resilience against personal demons.
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    Narcissistic Cannibal — This track stands out for its heavy use of dubstep elements combined with Korn's signature sound, illustrating the band's innovative approach to genre fusion.
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    Get Up (Autoerotique mix) — The remix enhances the original's intensity with a dance-oriented beat, showcasing how Korn adapted their music for diverse audiences while retaining their identity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100
Lowland
Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single blends aggressive metal with electronic influences but lacks strong cohesion across its tracks.

What we noticed

  • The first track features aggressive guitar riffs paired with electronic beats, creating a high-energy atmosphere.
  • The final track is a remix that alters the original's structure, emphasizing electronic elements over traditional instrumentation.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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
Experimental — Introduces a collaboration with Skrillex, showcasing a departure from their established sound.
Themes
electronic metal fusion· overcoming personal struggles· post-hiatus resurgence
Career context
Released in 2011, 'Get Up!' marked a time when Korn was exploring a more experimental sound following their 2010 album 'Korn III: Remember Who You Are'. This single introduced a collaboration with Skrillex, reflecting the band's willingness to embrace emerging electronic influences while still rooted in their nu-metal origins.
Stylistic neighbors
Slipknot· Deftones· Limp Bizkit

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Get Up! 3:43
  • 2 Narcissistic Cannibal 4:02
  • 3 Get Up (Autoerotique mix) 6:07

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