Getting Away with Murder
Papa Roach · 2005
44 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A raw blend of nu metal and alternative rock fueled by aggressive vocals and introspective themes of struggle and liberation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Blood (Empty Promises) Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Scars — This track stands out for its poignant exploration of personal pain and healing, showcasing the band's ability to merge heavy instrumentation with emotional depth.
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Getting Away With Murder — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of defiance and self-empowerment, propelled by an infectious chorus that resonates with listeners seeking liberation.
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Not Listening — With its energetic beat and rebellious lyrics, this song exemplifies the band's signature rap rock style while emphasizing themes of nonconformity and resilience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases energetic compositions with varied vocal styles but lacks strong cohesion in its latter half.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a high energy with aggressive guitar riffs and driving rhythms, while the second half introduces more melodic elements and introspective lyrics.
- The album's title track features a notable shift in tempo and intensity, serving as a pivotal moment that influences the flow of subsequent songs.
- 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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6/10
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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- short, impactful listening bursts
- high-energy motivation sessions
- intense, cathartic experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved by fans for its raw sound and introspective themes, despite mixed reviews.
- Career context
- Released on June 6, 2005, Getting Away with Murder is Papa Roach's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough release Infest. At this stage in their career, the band was transitioning from the commercial success of their early hits towards a more mature sound while exploring deeper lyrical content.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Linkin Park· Korn· Limp Bizkit
Tracklist
- 1 Blood (Empty Promises) Start here 2:55
- 2 Not Listening 3:09
- 3 Stop Looking Start Seeing 3:08
- 4 Take Me 3:26
- 5 Getting Away With Murder 3:12
- 6 Be Free 3:17
- 7 Done With You 2:52
- 8 Scars 3:28
- 9 Sometimes 3:07
- 10 Blanket of Fear 3:21
- 11 Tyranny of Normality 2:40
- 12 Do or Die 3:28
- 13 Harder Than a Coffin Nail 3:28
- 14 Caught Dead 3:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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