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Imaginary Enemy

The Used · 2014

54 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock

Raucous guitars and introspective lyrics collide in a high-energy exploration of disillusionment and societal critique.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • high-energy catharsis through intensity
  • dynamic progression with emotional peaks
  • reflective moments amidst raucous sound
  • engaging in societal critique themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid emotional rollercoasters

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Imaginary Enemy' was released in 2014, The Used had already established themselves as a leading force in alternative rock with their previous albums. This fifth studio album followed the band's 2012 release, 'Vulnerable', and marked a return to their earlier sound, showcasing a renewed intensity and depth in their lyrical themes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Revolution 4:04
  • 2 Cry 3:30
  • 3 El-Oh-Vee-Ee 3:32
  • 4 A Song to Stifle Imperial Progression (A Work in Progress) 4:05
  • 5 Generation Throwaway 3:05
  • 6 Make Believe 3:27
  • 7 Evolution 4:38
  • 8 Imaginary Enemy 3:24
  • 9 Kenna Song 4:20
  • 10 Force Without Violence 5:23
  • 11 Overdose 14:41

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