What makes Made of Scars by Stone Sour notable?

'Made of Scars' showcases Stone Sour's ability to blend hard rock elements with introspective lyrics, earning critical acclaim and solidifying their place in the post-grunge genre. The song's impact was noted on various charts, further establishing the band's commercial viability. Released on June 11, 2007, 'Made of Scars' is Stone Sour's second single from their sophomore album, 'Come What(ever) May'. At this point in their career, the band was building on the success of their self-titled debut and gaining recognition as a prominent act in the alternative metal scene.

How many songs are on Made of Scars?

Made of Scars has 2 tracks, running approximately 6 minutes.

Made of Scars

Stone Sour · 2007

6 min · 2 tracks · alternative rock

Raw emotion intertwines with heavy guitar riffs and melodic hooks, creating an intense exploration of personal struggle and resilience.

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Made of Scars (album version) — The album version captures the raw vulnerability of its lyrics paired with dynamic instrumentation, making it a quintessential representation of Stone Sour's sound.
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Made of Scars (edit) — The edit provides a concise version that highlights the song's core themes while maintaining its emotional intensity, appealing to both radio and mainstream audiences.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The song effectively combines heavy and melodic elements, but its impact remains limited within the genre.

What we noticed

The song features a dynamic shift between heavy guitar riffs and softer melodic sections, creating contrast throughout its duration.
The lyrics explore themes of personal struggle, with a direct and introspective approach that complements the raw instrumentation.
The album version includes an extended instrumental outro that builds tension before concluding, while the edit is more concise.

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

Influence 2/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — The single helped solidify their reputation in the post-grunge genre after their debut.
Themes: personal struggle· emotional scars· resilience in chaos
Career context: Released on June 11, 2007, 'Made of Scars' is Stone Sour's second single from their sophomore album, 'Come What(ever) May'. At this point in their career, the band was building on the success of their self-titled debut and gaining recognition as a prominent act in the alternative metal scene.
Stylistic neighbors: Breaking Benjamin· Shinedown· Three Days Grace