What makes Hurt: The EP by Leona Lewis notable?

Hurt: The EP features the title track, a cover of Nine Inch Nails' song, which highlights Lewis's ability to reinterpret rock ballads within a pop context. This release further solidified her presence in the music industry, showcasing her versatility and earning her critical praise for both its vocal delivery and emotional depth. Released in early 2011, Hurt: The EP followed Leona Lewis’s successful debut album, Spirit, which propelled her to international fame. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from a pop sensation into an artist exploring deeper emotional territories, building on the acclaim she received for her vocal prowess and heartfelt performances.

How many songs are on Hurt: The EP?

Hurt: The EP has 3 tracks, running approximately 11 minutes.

Hurt: The EP

Leona Lewis · 2011

11 min · 3 tracks · pop music

A haunting blend of emotional ballads showcases Leona Lewis’s powerful vocals and introspective lyrical themes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Hurt — The title track is a powerful showcase of vulnerability and strength, allowing Lewis to display her extraordinary vocal range while conveying deep emotional pain.
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Iris — This cover of Goo Goo Dolls’ classic transforms the original into a soulful interpretation that emphasizes longing and heartbreak through Lewis's expressive delivery.
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Colorblind — This track stands out for its poignant lyrics about emotional turmoil and uncertainty, reflecting a more personal side of Lewis’s artistry.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The EP effectively showcases vocal strength and emotional depth through cohesive ballads.

What we noticed

Each of the three tracks features a prominent piano arrangement that complements the emotional weight of the lyrics.
The EP maintains a consistent mood throughout, with all songs exploring themes of loss and introspection.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 3/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — This EP showcases her vocal strength but doesn't define her career's trajectory.
Career context: Released in early 2011, Hurt: The EP followed Leona Lewis’s successful debut album, Spirit, which propelled her to international fame. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from a pop sensation into an artist exploring deeper emotional territories, building on the acclaim she received for her vocal prowess and heartfelt performances.
Stylistic neighbors: Jessie J· Emeli Sandé· Adele