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My Heart Is Broken

Evanescence · 2011

13 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock

Evanescence blends haunting melodies with powerful instrumentation, creating a dramatic soundscape that encapsulates their signature gothic rock style.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    My Heart Is Broken — This central track encapsulates the album's themes of sorrow and resilience, showcasing Amy Lee's emotive vocals against a backdrop of powerful instrumentals.
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    My Heart Is Broken (rock mix) — The rock mix emphasizes heavier instrumentation, providing an alternative take that enhances the song's intensity while highlighting the band's signature sound.
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    My Heart Is Broken (pop mix) — This version softens the original's edge, demonstrating the versatility of Evanescence's songwriting and appealing to a broader audience through its more accessible arrangement.

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 single showcases strong melodies but is limited in depth due to its remix format.

What we noticed

  • The single features a main track followed by two remixes, each altering the instrumentation and arrangement to fit different styles.
  • The primary track employs a slow tempo with layered vocals and orchestral elements, creating a dramatic atmosphere.
  • The rock mix emphasizes heavier guitar riffs while the pop mix focuses on a more upbeat tempo and streamlined production.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 My Heart Is Broken 4:30
  • 2 My Heart Is Broken (rock mix) 4:29
  • 3 My Heart Is Broken (pop mix) 4:02

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