What makes Torn by Ava Max notable?

Torn achieved significant chart success, peaking at number 2 on the Billboard Digital Song Sales chart and solidifying Ava Max’s presence in mainstream pop. The song’s themes of heartbreak resonated widely, contributing to its popularity on streaming platforms and earning critical acclaim for its catchy production and relatable lyrics. Released on August 19, 2019, Torn was Ava Max's follow-up single after her breakout hit Sweet but Psycho. At this stage in her career, she was rapidly establishing herself as a prominent figure in the dance-pop genre, following up on the commercial success of her debut EP and preparing for her first full-length album.

How many songs are on Torn?

Torn has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Torn

Ava Max · 2019

3 min · 1 track · dance-pop

Ava Max's Torn combines infectious dance-pop hooks with emotional vulnerability, creating a euphoric anthem for heartbreak and self-discovery.

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Torn — As the title track, Torn encapsulates the album's central theme of emotional conflict while showcasing Ava Max's powerful vocal delivery and knack for catchy melodies.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

Torn combines catchy hooks with emotional lyrics, making it a solid entry in dance-pop but not.

What we noticed

The song features a repetitive chorus that emphasizes its emotional themes, creating a strong hook.
The production includes layered synths and a driving beat that maintains an upbeat tempo throughout.
Vocal delivery is dynamic, with shifts in intensity that reflect the lyrical content of heartbreak and self-discovery.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Follow-up to her breakout hit, solidifying her mainstream presence.
Career context: Released on August 19, 2019, Torn was Ava Max's follow-up single after her breakout hit Sweet but Psycho. At this stage in her career, she was rapidly establishing herself as a prominent figure in the dance-pop genre, following up on the commercial success of her debut EP and preparing for her first full-length album.
Stylistic neighbors: Dua Lipa· Tove Lo· Charli XCX