Razorblade Romance cover

Razorblade Romance

HIM · 1999

59 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · gothic rock · gothic metal

Gothic melodies intertwine with haunting lyrics, creating a lush soundscape that encapsulates love's dark and romantic edges.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with emotional peaks
  • lush soundscapes for introspection
  • dark romantic themes throughout
  • for late-night reflections

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of upbeat tempos
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Themes
dark romance· gothic love letters· haunted longing
Career context
Released on December 19, 1999, 'Razorblade Romance' was HIM's second studio album, following their debut 'Greatest Love Songs Vol. 666' which had begun to establish their unique sound. This album marked a significant step in their career as they gained international attention and solidified their presence in the gothic rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Type O Negative· The 69 Eyes· Lacuna Coil
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Blessed Be by The 69 Eyes — Shares a similar blend of gothic rock melodies with dark romantic themes and atmospheric production.
October Rust by Type O Negative — Explores dark romanticism with lush instrumentation and hauntingly poetic lyrics, echoing a similar mood.
Comalies by Lacuna Coil — Merges gothic elements with emotional depth and lush soundscapes, reflecting themes of love and longing.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Your Sweet Six Six Six 3:56
  • 2 Poison Girl 3:51
  • 3 Join Me in Death 3:36
  • 4 Right Here in My Arms 4:00
  • 5 Bury Me Deep in Your Heart 4:15
  • 6 Wicked Game 4:04
  • 7 I Love You (Prelude to Tragedy) 3:09
  • 8 Gone With the Sin 4:21
  • 9 Razorblade Kiss 4:18
  • 10 Resurrection 3:39
  • 11 Death Is in Love With Us 2:57
  • 12 Heaven Tonight 3:18
  • 13 Sigillum Diaboli 3:53
  • 14 The 9th Circle (OLT) 5:10
  • 15 One Last Time 5:08

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