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Mercury – Acts 1 & 2

Imagine Dragons · 2022

102 min · 32 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · pop rock

An expansive blend of alternative rock and electropop, merging introspective lyrics with anthemic choruses.

Why this album works

The album debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing its commercial success. With tracks like 'Enemy' gaining significant airplay and even featuring in the popular video game series League of Legends, it further solidified Imagine Dragons' influence in contemporary music.
Best for
dynamic journey with emotional peaks wave-like pacing for varied moods introspective lyrics for deep reflection
Context
Released on July 1, 2022, 'Mercury – Acts 1 & 2' marks Imagine Dragons' fifth studio album and follows their commercially successful 'Origins' from 2018. At this point in their career, the band was exploring new musical territories while maintaining their signature sound, reflecting personal growth and broader emotional themes in their songwriting.
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Mercury – Act 2 — Continues the sonic exploration and themes from Acts 1 & 2.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "Enemy".

Disc 1

  • 1 Enemy Start here 2:53
  • 2 My Life 3:44
  • 3 Lonely Standout 2:39
  • 4 Wrecked Standout 4:03
  • 5 Monday 3:07
  • 6 #1 3:25
  • 7 Easy Come Easy Go 2:59
  • 8 Giants 3:30
  • 9 It’s OK 3:22
  • 10 Dull Knives 3:33
  • 11 Follow You 2:55
  • 12 Cutthroat 2:49
  • 13 No Time for Toxic People 3:27
  • 14 One Day 2:31

Disc 2

  • 1 Bones 2:45
  • 2 Symphony 2:55
  • 3 Sharks 3:10
  • 4 I Don’t Like Myself 3:05
  • 5 Blur 2:55
  • 6 Higher Ground 2:41
  • 7 Crushed 3:08
  • 8 Take It Easy 2:38
  • 9 Waves 3:45
  • 10 I’m Happy 3:05
  • 11 Ferris Wheel 3:23
  • 12 Peace of Mind 2:53
  • 13 Sirens 2:35
  • 14 Tied 4:01
  • 15 Younger 3:11
  • 16 I Wish 3:27
  • 17 Continual 3:49
  • 18 They Don’t Know You Like I Do 4:17

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