What makes Missing by Flyleaf notable?

'Missing' was well-received, charting on Billboard's Hot Christian Songs and gaining traction within the alternative rock community, contributing to Flyleaf's reputation as a significant player in post-grunge music during the early 2010s. Released in 2010, 'Missing' marked Flyleaf's transition into a new phase following their self-titled debut album in 2005. This single signified a continued exploration of personal themes while showcasing the band's evolving sound within the alternative rock genre as they sought to maintain relevance in a changing musical landscape.

How many songs are on Missing?

Missing has 2 tracks, running approximately 7 minutes.

Missing

Flyleaf · 2010

7 min · 2 tracks · alternative rock

A haunting blend of ethereal melodies and raw emotional intensity, underscored by hard rock dynamics and introspective lyrics.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Missing — The title track encapsulates the album's emotional core, blending soaring vocals with poignant lyrics that reflect themes of loss and longing.
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Stay — This track showcases Flyleaf's signature sound with its dynamic shifts, combining melodic verses with powerful choruses that emphasize vulnerability and strength.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The single showcases strong dynamics and emotional delivery but lacks broader impact.

What we noticed

The track 'Missing' features a dynamic range, starting with soft verses that build into a powerful chorus.
In 'Stay', the instrumentation is stripped back, focusing on vocal delivery and emotional resonance.
Both tracks utilize contrasting dynamics, with quiet moments leading to explosive climaxes.

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: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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: Deep Cut — 'Missing' showcases Flyleaf's evolving sound but does not define a major career milestone.
Career context: Released in 2010, 'Missing' marked Flyleaf's transition into a new phase following their self-titled debut album in 2005. This single signified a continued exploration of personal themes while showcasing the band's evolving sound within the alternative rock genre as they sought to maintain relevance in a changing musical landscape.
Stylistic neighbors: Paramore· Evanescence· Halestorm