What makes Through the Eyes by Flaw notable?

The album gained traction within the nu metal community, reaching notable chart positions and receiving attention for its emotional depth. Critics praised its blend of aggressive instrumentation and vulnerable lyrics, helping Flaw carve out a niche in a crowded musical landscape. Released in 2001, Through the Eyes was Flaw's debut album, marking their entry into the nu metal scene. At this point, they were establishing their sound amidst the burgeoning popularity of the genre, following closely behind bands like Korn and Limp Bizkit.

How many songs are on Through the Eyes?

Through the Eyes has 13 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

Through the Eyes

Flaw · 2001

61 min · 13 tracks · nu metal

Heavy riffs intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a raw and cathartic exploration of personal struggles.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Only the Strong — As the opening track, it sets a powerful tone with its anthemic chorus and themes of resilience, encapsulating the album's spirit.
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Payback — This track showcases the band's heavier side, blending aggressive riffs with intense vocal delivery that highlights the struggle against betrayal and injustice.
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Get Up Again — With its motivating message and uplifting melody, this song serves as an empowering anthem about perseverance in the face of adversity.
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Inner Strength — This track combines melodic elements with heavy instrumentation, emphasizing internal battles while showcasing Flaw's dynamic range as musicians.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

43 /100

Lowland

Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album blends heavy instrumentation with introspective lyrics, characteristic of early nu metal but lacks standout uniqueness.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with heavy guitar riffs, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
Several songs incorporate dynamic shifts, alternating between aggressive verses and melodic choruses, creating a contrast that highlights the emotional content.
The lyrics often reflect personal struggles and resilience, with a focus on vulnerability that is reinforced by the vocal delivery.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

My Letter

A poignant moment occurs when the perspective shifts from external conflict to deep personal reflection on vulnerability and growth.

This shift reveals a more introspective side to the band, contrasting with earlier tracks focused on aggression and highlighting emotional complexity.

Tracklist

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

1 Only the Strong 4:20
2 Payback 4:01
3 My Letter 4:35
4 Get Up Again 2:56
5 Whole 3:52
6 Amendment 5:20
7 Scheme 3:48
8 What I Have to Do 5:40
9 Inner Strength 3:42
10 Best I Am 4:36
11 Out of Whack 3:47
12 Reliance 3:26
13 One More Time / Only the Strong (acoustic) 11:09

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