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Vindicated

Dashboard Confessional · 2004

10 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · emo

An emotive blend of acoustic melodies and heartfelt lyrics that encapsulate youthful yearning and introspection.

Vindicated is a single by Dashboard Confessional, released in 2004. An emotive blend of acoustic melodies and heartfelt lyrics that encapsulate youthful yearning and introspection. 'Vindicated' gained significant popularity after being featured in the film 'Spider-Man 2', which helped elevate its profile and cement Dashboard Confessional's place in mainstream music. The song reached the Billboard Hot 100 chart, further showcasing the band's crossover appeal in the early 2000s emo movement. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Vindicated sound like?

An emotive blend of acoustic melodies and heartfelt lyrics that encapsulate youthful yearning and introspection. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.

What makes Vindicated by Dashboard Confessional notable?

'Vindicated' gained significant popularity after being featured in the film 'Spider-Man 2', which helped elevate its profile and cement Dashboard Confessional's place in mainstream music. The song reached the Billboard Hot 100 chart, further showcasing the band's crossover appeal in the early 2000s emo movement. In 2004, Dashboard Confessional was riding high on the success of their breakthrough album 'A Mark, A Mission, A Brand, A Scar' released in 2003. 'Vindicated' served as a pivotal single for the band, highlighting their rise within the emo and alternative rock scenes as they solidified their identity and expanded their audience.

How many songs are on Vindicated?

Vindicated has 3 tracks, running approximately 10 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·10:47

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

  • 1 Vindicated Standout 3:21
  • 2 The Warmth of the Sand (demo version) Standout 4:16
  • 3 Hands Down (acoustic) Standout 3:10

Release Date

May 31, 2004

Genre

alternative rock, emo, indie rock

More albums in emo

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

10 min 47 sec