What makes Walk on Water by 30 Seconds to Mars notable?

The song achieved commercial success, reaching the top ten on various Billboard charts and gaining substantial radio play. It stood out not only for its motivational message but also for its incorporation of fan participation in the music video, reflecting the band's commitment to community engagement. Released on August 22, 2017, 'Walk on Water' marked a significant return for 30 Seconds to Mars after a four-year hiatus since their previous album 'Love, Lust, Faith and Dreams.' This single was positioned as a precursor to their fifth studio album, exploring themes of resilience and unity during a time of social upheaval.

How many songs are on Walk on Water?

Walk on Water has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Walk on Water

30 Seconds to Mars · 2017

3 min · 1 track · alternative rock

An anthemic blend of soaring melodies and driving rhythms, merging alternative rock with a call for empowerment.

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Walk on Water — This track serves as the lead single and encapsulates the album's core theme of empowerment through its anthemic chorus and uplifting lyrics.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single combines strong melodies and motivational themes but lacks depth for lasting engagement.

What we noticed

The song features a steady build-up, starting with a soft introduction that escalates into a powerful chorus.
There is a prominent use of layered vocal harmonies during the chorus, enhancing its anthemic quality.

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: 4/10

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 — This single marked a significant return and gained substantial radio play.
Themes: post-hiatus resurgence· anthemic empowerment· mainstream accessibility
Career context: Released on August 22, 2017, 'Walk on Water' marked a significant return for 30 Seconds to Mars after a four-year hiatus since their previous album 'Love, Lust, Faith and Dreams.' This single was positioned as a precursor to their fifth studio album, exploring themes of resilience and unity during a time of social upheaval.
Stylistic neighbors: Muse· Linkin Park· The Killers