Released 6 years ago this October
Teardrops
Bring Me the Horizon · 2020
3 min · 1 track · pop rock
A fusion of heavy riffs and melodic hooks, merging metalcore intensity with pop sensibilities.
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Teardrops — As the leading track for this release, 'Teardrops' encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of emotional turmoil while balancing aggressive instrumentals with an accessible chorus, making it a standout representation of their current sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single effectively blends heavy and melodic elements, showcasing strong production and songwriting.
What we noticed
- The track features a heavy guitar riff that drives the verses, contrasting with a melodic chorus that incorporates pop elements.
- There is a noticeable shift in dynamics between the verses and the chorus, with the instrumentation becoming more layered during the latter.
- The song employs electronic elements alongside traditional rock instrumentation, creating a fusion of sounds that enhances its appeal.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This single solidified the band's appeal in both rock and mainstream scenes.
- Themes
- emotional turmoil· metalcore evolution· pop rock crossover
- Career context
- Released on October 22, 2020, 'Teardrops' is part of Bring Me the Horizon's ongoing evolution following their critically acclaimed album 'amo' from 2019. This single marks a deeper exploration into blending genres, showcasing their transition from traditional metalcore roots towards more mainstream pop rock influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Architects· Parkway Drive· While She Sleeps
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Teardrops
The moment shifts from introspective vulnerability to an explosive declaration of strength.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Teardrops 3:35
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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