What makes Never Never by Korn notable?

The song achieved commercial success, charting at number 10 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks. Its blend of alternative metal with electronic elements illustrated Korn's evolution while also influencing the nu metal genre's ongoing development. Released on August 12, 2013, 'Never Never' marked Korn's first single from their eleventh studio album, demonstrating a shift towards a more melodic and electronic sound. This release came after a period of lineup changes, with guitarist Brian 'Head' Welch returning to the band, signaling a reinvigoration of their creative direction.

How many songs are on Never Never?

Never Never has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Never Never

Korn · 2013

3 min · 1 track · alternative metal

A brooding exploration of emotional turmoil wrapped in heavy guitar riffs and electronic textures.

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Never Never — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic focus on alienation and emotional struggle, showcasing a haunting melody that contrasts with Korn's heavier past.

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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 track blends electronic elements with metal but follows familiar structures, limiting its overall impact.

What we noticed

The track features a prominent electronic influence, with synthesizers driving the melody alongside heavy guitar riffs.
Vocals alternate between melodic singing and aggressive shouting, creating a contrast in dynamics throughout the song.
The structure follows a conventional verse-chorus format, with a bridge that introduces a more atmospheric sound before returning to the chorus.

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: 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: Experimental — Showcases a shift towards a more melodic and electronic sound for the band.
Themes: emotional alienation· personal turmoil
Career context: Released on August 12, 2013, 'Never Never' marked Korn's first single from their eleventh studio album, demonstrating a shift towards a more melodic and electronic sound. This release came after a period of lineup changes, with guitarist Brian 'Head' Welch returning to the band, signaling a reinvigoration of their creative direction.
Stylistic neighbors: Slipknot· Deftones· Limp Bizkit