Kryptonite cover

Kryptonite

3 Doors Down · 2000

10 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · post-grunge

Melodic post-grunge anthems intertwine heartfelt lyrics with powerful guitar riffs, embodying the early 2000s rock sound.

Kryptonite is a single by 3 Doors Down, released in 2000. Melodic post-grunge anthems intertwine heartfelt lyrics with powerful guitar riffs, embodying the early 2000s rock sound. 'Kryptonite' became a commercial success, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and earning multi-platinum status. Its title track is particularly notable for its lasting impact on rock radio, becoming one of the band's signature songs and defining the sound of early 2000s alternative rock. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Kryptonite sound like?

Melodic post-grunge anthems intertwine heartfelt lyrics with powerful guitar riffs, embodying the early 2000s rock sound. Rooted in alternative rock and hard rock.

What makes Kryptonite by 3 Doors Down notable?

'Kryptonite' became a commercial success, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and earning multi-platinum status. Its title track is particularly notable for its lasting impact on rock radio, becoming one of the band's signature songs and defining the sound of early 2000s alternative rock. Released as 3 Doors Down's debut album in January 2000, 'Kryptonite' launched the band into mainstream success, establishing them as key players in the post-grunge movement. The album's release coincided with a wave of popularity for alternative rock, marking a significant moment in their career trajectory.

How many songs are on Kryptonite?

Kryptonite has 3 tracks, running approximately 10 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·10:59

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

  • 1 Kryptonite Standout 3:56
  • 2 Wasted Me Standout 3:12
  • 3 Duck and Run Standout 3:51

Release Date

January 11, 2000

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

10 min 59 sec