We Do What We Want
Emery · 2011
39 min · 10 tracks · hardcore punk
Dynamic post-hardcore energy intertwines with melodic hooks and introspective lyrics across a gritty sonic landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Cheval Glass — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its frenetic energy and introspective lyrics, immediately drawing listeners into Emery's world.
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I’m Not Here for Rage I’m Here for Revenge (More Than Your Hook Up) — A standout track that balances aggressive instrumentation with poignant reflections on personal relationships, showcasing Emery's ability to blend heaviness with emotional depth.
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Fix Me — This song encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of vulnerability and redemption, featuring a powerful chorus that resonates with listeners seeking solace amidst chaos.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong dynamics and emotional contrasts but lacks some cohesion in pacing and depth.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high energy level with aggressive instrumentation and rapid tempos, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more melodic section.
- The final track concludes with an extended instrumental outro that gradually fades out, providing a reflective end to the album's intense themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- steady, consistent energy levels
- dynamic emotional journeys
- immersive mid-tempo flow
- engaging lyrical storytelling
Where this album fits
- Career context
- We Do What We Want is Emery's fifth studio album, showcasing their evolution from the pop-punk roots of their early work. Released in 2011, it follows their 2008 album, ...In Shallow Seas We Sail, marking a period where the band sought to reclaim their aggressive sound while exploring deeper lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Underoath· The Devil Wears Prada· Haste the Day
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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You Wanted It
The bridge shifts from a narrative of heartbreak to a confrontational stance against unfulfilled expectations.
This pivot illustrates a transformation from passive reflection to active confrontation, marking a significant tonal shift within the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Cheval Glass 3:16
- 2 Scissors 3:14
- 3 The Anchors 3:48
- 4 The Curse of Perfect Days 4:27
- 5 You Wanted It 4:16
- 6 I’m Not Here for Rage I’m Here for Revenge (More Than Your Hook Up) 3:53
- 7 Daddy’s Little Peach 4:02
- 8 Addicted to Bad Decisions 4:17
- 9 I Never Got to See the West Coast 4:40
- 10 Fix Me 3:56
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