What makes Let's Hurt Tonight by OneRepublic notable?

The track gained significant attention by being featured prominently in the film Collateral Beauty, which helped it reach a broader audience. Additionally, its commercial performance on various charts underscored OneRepublic's ability to blend cinematic themes with mainstream appeal. Released as part of OneRepublic's discography, Let's Hurt Tonight came after their 2016 album Oh My My, showcasing the band's continued evolution in sound and lyrical depth. By this point, they had already established themselves with several hits, including Counting Stars and Apologize, solidifying their place in contemporary pop music.

How many songs are on Let's Hurt Tonight?

Let's Hurt Tonight has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Let's Hurt Tonight

OneRepublic · 2017

3 min · 1 track · alternative rock

An anthemic blend of soaring melodies and heartfelt lyrics, evoking both vulnerability and resilience in a modern pop-rock landscape.

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Let's Hurt Tonight (Collateral Beauty Mix) — This version of the song encapsulates the central themes of love and pain, reflecting the emotional struggles depicted in the film it accompanies. Its anthemic chorus and poignant lyrics resonate with listeners facing inner turmoil.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

42 /100

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Higher than 1% of albums we've rated

The track showcases strong melodic elements but follows familiar pop-rock structures.

What we noticed

The song features a steady build-up, starting with soft instrumentation that gradually layers in additional elements as it progresses.
The chorus is marked by a shift to a more anthemic sound, with vocal harmonies and a fuller arrangement that contrasts with the verses.
Lyrically, the song alternates between reflective verses and a powerful, uplifting chorus, creating a dynamic emotional arc.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

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: Breakthrough — Gained significant attention from its film feature, expanding the band's audience.
Themes: emotional struggle· collateral beauty· heartfelt resilience
Career context: Released as part of OneRepublic's discography, Let's Hurt Tonight came after their 2016 album Oh My My, showcasing the band's continued evolution in sound and lyrical depth. By this point, they had already established themselves with several hits, including Counting Stars and Apologize, solidifying their place in contemporary pop music.
Stylistic neighbors: Coldplay· The Fray· Imagine Dragons