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Korn

Korn · 1994

69 min · 14 tracks · alternative metal · nu metal

Aggressive riffs meet raw, confessional lyrics in a chaotic blend of heavy metal and hip-hop influences.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intense emotional catharsis
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • raw, confessional storytelling
  • dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

Themes
childhood trauma· heavy riffs· nu-metal rebellion
Career context
Korn's self-titled debut album was released on November 11, 1994, launching them into the forefront of the emerging nu-metal scene. At this stage, the band was still finding their identity, following the formation in 1993 and after releasing a demo tape that garnered initial interest. This record marked their first major label release, establishing their sound and paving the way for future success.
Stylistic neighbors
Slipknot· Deftones· Limp Bizkit
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Around the Fur by Deftones — Shares aggressive riffs and emotional depth, blending metal and atmospheric elements.
.5: The Gray Chapter by Slipknot — Combines chaotic energy with raw, confessional lyrics, echoing themes of trauma and rebellion.
Significant Other by Limp Bizkit — Merges heavy riffs with hip-hop influences, capturing a similar nu-metal vibe and lyrical angst.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Blind 4:19
  • 2 Ball Tongue 4:29
  • 3 Need To 4:02
  • 4 Clown 4:36
  • 5 Divine 2:51
  • 6 Faget 5:50
  • 7 Shoots And Ladders 5:22
  • 8 Predictable 4:32
  • 9 Fake 4:51
  • 10 Lies 3:22
  • 11 Helmet In The Bush 4:02
  • 12 Daddy 4:03
  • 13 Daddy 14:05
  • 14 Michael & Geri 3:26

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