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Gone — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's central theme of absence and introspection, with haunting melodies that linger long after the song ends.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The song's reflective nature and layered instrumentation create a strong emotional impact, showcasing Pearl Jam's evolving sound.
What we noticed
- The song features a slow build, starting with soft instrumentation that gradually layers in electric guitars and drums.
- The vocal delivery is introspective, with Eddie Vedder's voice conveying a sense of yearning throughout the track.
- The structure includes a repeated chorus that contrasts with more subdued verses, creating an emotional push and pull.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — 'Gone' is a standalone single that showcases the band's emotional depth but isn't a major catalog highlight.
- Themes
- personal loss· reflective solitude
- Moods
- Melancholy· Introspective
- Career context
- By 2006, Pearl Jam was in a phase of sustained creative output after their breakthrough 1991 debut. Released as a standalone single, 'Gone' followed the band's acclaimed album 'Pearl Jam' from 2006, showcasing their ability to evolve while maintaining their signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Soundgarden· Alice in Chains· Stone Temple Pilots
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gone 4:08
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Down on the Upside
Soundgarden
Shares a similar blend of grunge and introspective lyrics focused on personal struggles.
Black Gives Way to Blue
Alice in Chains
Explores themes of loss and longing with heavy, atmospheric soundscapes and emotional weight.
In Your Honor
Foo Fighters
Combines reflective rock elements with themes of solitude and personal introspection throughout its tracks.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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