Pray for the Wicked
Panic! at the Disco · 2018
34 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · pop rock · synth-pop
An exuberant blend of pop rock and baroque elements, infused with theatrical bravado and introspective lyrics.
Why this album works
'Pray for the Wicked' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, marking Panic! at the Disco's second consecutive chart-topping album. The lead single 'High Hopes' achieved significant commercial success, reaching multi-platinum status and becoming an anthem of resilience during its release period, further embedding Urie's influence in contemporary pop music.
- Best for
- steady energetic flow throughout celebratory anthems for gatherings catchy choruses for sing-alongs
- Context
- Released on June 22, 2018, 'Pray for the Wicked' was Panic! at the Disco's sixth studio album and followed their commercially successful 'Death of a Bachelor'. At this point, frontman Brendon Urie was fully embracing his role as the sole member of the band, showcasing a confident evolution in sound that solidified his stature in the pop landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lana Del Rey· Moby· Green Day· Linkin Park· Nine Inch Nails· Ariana Grande· Beck· Foo Fighters
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 (Fuck a) Silver Lining Standout 2:48
- 2 Say Amen (Saturday Night) Standout 3:09
- 3 Hey Look Ma, I Made It 2:49
- 4 High Hopes Standout 3:10
- 5 Roaring 20s 3:06
- 6 Dancing’s Not a Crime 3:39
- 7 One of the Drunks 3:18
- 8 The Overpass 2:57
- 9 King of the Clouds 2:40
- 10 Old Fashioned 2:46
- 11 Dying in LA 3:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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