It Hates You
He Is Legend · 2009
62 min · 12 tracks · hard rock
A chaotic blend of alternative metal and hard rock, punctuated by gritty riffs and haunting melodies that demand attention.
Top tracks — play these first
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Everyone I Know Has Fangs — This track encapsulates the album's dark humor and self-awareness, blending catchy hooks with sharp lyrics that critique social dynamics.
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Cult of She — Here, the band explores themes of obsession and desire through intricate guitar work and a captivating vocal performance that highlights their stylistic range.
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Stranger Danger — This lengthy track stands out for its dynamic shifts and storytelling approach, showcasing the band's ability to balance heaviness with melodic elements effectively.
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Decisions, Decisions, Decisions — With its introspective lyrics and anthemic chorus, this song reflects personal struggles while maintaining a driving energy that resonates throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends aggressive and melodic elements effectively but lacks the depth for lasting impact.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with aggressive guitar riffs and driving rhythms, while the second half introduces slower, more melodic elements.
- The vocals often alternate between clean singing and harsh screams, adding to the dynamic range of the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- sharp lyrical wit throughout
- dynamic energy for active listening
- party-ready tracks for groups
- longer tracks for deep engagement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek consistent, calm vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2009, 'It Hates You' was He Is Legend's third studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Suck Out the Poison' from 2006. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound while navigating lineup changes and label dynamics after a brief hiatus.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dicephalous 4:27
- 2 Party Time! 4:36
- 3 Everyone I Know Has Fangs 3:44
- 4 The Primarily Blues 4:13
- 5 Cult of She 3:45
- 6 Stranger Danger 8:12
- 7 Don't Touch That Dial 4:37
- 8 Decisions, Decisions, Decisions 5:17
- 9 Future's Bright, Man 4:06
- 10 China White III 6:01
- 11 That's Nasty 6:05
- 12 Mean Shadows 7:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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