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Released 22 years ago this October

Touché

Godsmack · 2004

3 min · 1 track · hard rock

A powerful blend of hard rock and post-grunge that channels raw emotion through heavy riffs and dynamic vocals.

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    Touché — This track captures the essence of Godsmack's sound with its haunting melodies intertwined with aggressive instrumentation, reflecting both vulnerability and strength.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

42 /100
Lowland
Higher than 1% of albums we've rated

The single showcases solid hard rock elements but lacks significant innovation or depth.

What we noticed

  • The track features a heavy guitar riff that drives the song forward, with a consistent mid-tempo beat throughout.
  • Vocals are layered with harmonies in the chorus, creating a fuller sound during the climactic moments.
  • The structure follows a traditional verse-chorus format, with instrumental breaks that emphasize the guitar work.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

  • Touché

    The bridge features a moment of introspection where the protagonist confronts their inner turmoil directly.

    This shift from external conflict to internal dialogue reveals a deeper emotional layer, showcasing the band's ability to blend hard-hitting sound with lyrical depth.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Touché 3:37

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