Heartwork
The Used · 2020
46 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock
A raw exploration of emotional turmoil wrapped in gritty alternative rock melodies and introspective lyrics.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflection emotional rawness and grit introspective lyrics for deep thoughts
- Context
- Released in 2020, 'Heartwork' is The Used's seventh studio album and marks a significant return after a four-year hiatus since 'The Canyon' (2017). This period saw the band navigating personal challenges and lineup changes, with founding member Bert McCracken steering the creative direction towards a more reflective sound.
- If you like
- alternative rock
Heartwork is an album by The Used, released in 2020. A raw exploration of emotional turmoil wrapped in gritty alternative rock melodies and introspective lyrics. 'Heartwork' received positive critical acclaim, being praised for its lyrical depth and maturity. It debuted at number 16 on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying The Used's enduring presence in the alternative rock scene while also garnering attention for its exploration of themes like mental health and identity. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Heartwork sound like?
A raw exploration of emotional turmoil wrapped in gritty alternative rock melodies and introspective lyrics. Rooted in alternative rock.
What makes Heartwork by The Used notable?
'Heartwork' received positive critical acclaim, being praised for its lyrical depth and maturity. It debuted at number 16 on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying The Used's enduring presence in the alternative rock scene while also garnering attention for its exploration of themes like mental health and identity. Released in 2020, 'Heartwork' is The Used's seventh studio album and marks a significant return after a four-year hiatus since 'The Canyon' (2017). This period saw the band navigating personal challenges and lineup changes, with founding member Bert McCracken steering the creative direction towards a more reflective sound.
Who is Heartwork for?
Heartwork works well if you're into steady pacing for reflection, emotional rawness and grit and introspective lyrics for deep thoughts.
How many songs are on Heartwork?
Heartwork has 16 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Paradise Lost (a poem by John Milton) 2:47
- 2 Blow Me 3:20
- 3 Big, Wanna Be 3:30
- 4 Bloody Nose 3:04
- 5 Wow, I Hate This Song Standout 2:56
- 6 My Cocoon 1:00
- 7 Cathedral Bell 3:04
- 8 1984 (infinite jest) 2:44
- 9 Gravity’s Rainbow Standout 4:14
- 10 Clean Cut Heals 2:51
- 11 Heartwork 1:22
- 12 The Lighthouse 2:51
- 13 Obvious Blasé 2:52
- 14 The Lottery 2:44
- 15 Darkness Bleeds, FOTF 4:01
- 16 To Feel Something Standout 2:56
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
46 min 16 sec
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