True Power cover

True Power

I Prevail · 2022

44 min · 15 tracks · metalcore

Intense metalcore anthems collide with introspective lyrics, showcasing raw emotion and powerful instrumentation throughout the record.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Body Bag — This track encapsulates the album's aggressive energy while addressing themes of betrayal and resilience, making it a standout anthem for listeners seeking catharsis.
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    Self‐Destruction — With its candid exploration of inner turmoil and self-reflection, this song highlights the album's thematic focus on mental health issues and personal struggle.
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    Closure — Offering a poignant contrast to the heavier tracks, this song delves into the complexity of letting go, showcasing the band's melodic capabilities alongside their signature intensity.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album balances intense metalcore anthems with moments of introspection, showcasing strong songwriting and production.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a brief instrumental intro before launching into high-energy tracks that maintain a fast tempo for the first half.
  • Several songs feature alternating vocal styles, with clean singing juxtaposed against harsh screams, creating dynamic contrasts.
  • The last three tracks slow down significantly, incorporating more melodic elements and introspective lyrics that provide a reflective conclusion.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

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

  • intense catharsis through powerful instrumentation
  • short bursts of raw emotion
  • reflective moments amidst high energy
  • energizing tracks for workout motivation

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer smooth, mellow listening
  • seek long, soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
True Power is I Prevail's third studio album, following their breakthrough release, Trauma, which elevated their status in the metalcore scene. By 2022, the band had solidified their sound while continuing to explore themes of vulnerability and resilience, reflecting their growth as artists since their debut in 2014.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 0:00 0:41
  • 2 There’s Fear in Letting Go 3:54
  • 3 Body Bag 3:16
  • 4 Self‐Destruction 2:26
  • 5 Bad Things 3:48
  • 6 Fake 2:51
  • 7 Judgement Day 2:46
  • 8 FWYTYK 3:17
  • 9 Deep End 3:26
  • 10 Long Live the King 3:00
  • 11 Choke 3:02
  • 12 The Negative 2:20
  • 13 Closure 3:09
  • 14 Visceral 2:44
  • 15 Doomed 3:47

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