Results May Vary cover

Results May Vary

Limp Bizkit · 2003

68 min · 16 tracks · nu metal

An introspective blend of heavy riffs and raw emotion, layered with Fred Durst's signature vocal style and a touch of experimentation.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Eat You Alive Start here — This track exemplifies Limp Bizkit's signature rap-rock sound while introducing darker themes that reflect personal struggles and disillusionment.
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    Build a Bridge — A poignant ballad that showcases Durst's vulnerability, it contrasts sharply with the heavier tracks and highlights emotional depth within the album.
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    Behind Blue Eyes — A cover that strips away the original's rock bravado to reveal an introspective take on loneliness, it demonstrates the band's willingness to explore new emotional territory.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

44 /100
Lowland
Higher than 4% of albums we've rated

The album blends heavy riffs with introspective moments but lacks strong cohesion and lasting impact.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album maintains a consistent heavy sound with aggressive guitar riffs, while the second half shifts towards more introspective and melodic tracks.
  • Fred Durst's vocal delivery alternates between rapping and singing, often within the same song, creating a dynamic contrast in emotional expression.
  • Several tracks feature layered instrumentation, including strings and electronic elements, which adds depth to the overall sound.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

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
5/10

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • moments of introspective reflection
  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Experimental — Shows a departure from Limp Bizkit's established sound with introspective themes.
Career context
Released on September 23, 2003, Results May Vary marked Limp Bizkit's fourth studio album, coming after the commercial success of Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water. By this time, the band was navigating shifting public perceptions and internal tensions, particularly following the departure of guitarist Wes Borland. This album reflects a pivotal moment as they attempted to evolve their sound amid declining nu metal popularity.
Stylistic neighbors
Korn· Linkin Park· Slipknot

Tracklist

  • 1 Re-Entry 2:37
  • 2 Eat You Alive Start here 3:57
  • 3 Gimme the Mic 3:05
  • 4 Underneath the Gun 5:42
  • 5 Down Another Day 4:06
  • 6 Almost Over 4:38
  • 7 Build a Bridge 3:56
  • 8 Red Light-Green Light 5:36
  • 9 The Only One 4:08
  • 10 Let Me Down 4:16
  • 11 Lonely World 4:33
  • 12 Phenomenon 3:59
  • 13 Creamer (Radio Is Dead) 4:30
  • 14 Head for the Barricade 3:34
  • 15 Behind Blue Eyes 6:05
  • 16 Drown 3:50

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