Heartless cover

Heartless

Heart · 1978

5 min · 2 tracks · rock music

A blend of hard-hitting rock energy and emotive melodies that showcases Heart's signature style.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Heartless — The title track is a powerhouse anthem characterized by its catchy chorus and compelling guitar riffs, exemplifying Heart's dynamic sound.
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    Here Song — Despite its brevity, this track offers an intimate glimpse into the band's softer side, contrasting sharply with the more robust sound of 'Heartless'.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The single showcases strong songwriting and vocal performance but lacks depth for extensive replay value.

What we noticed

  • The title track 'Heartless' features a dynamic shift between verses and choruses, with a notable increase in intensity during the chorus.
  • The song employs layered harmonies in the vocals, particularly during the bridge, enhancing its emotional impact.
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
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Heartless 3:54
  • 2 Here Song 1:34

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