Weathered
Creed · 2001
50 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A powerful fusion of anthemic melodies and introspective lyrics that embody the post-grunge sound of the early 2000s.
Top tracks — play these first
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My Sacrifice — This track encapsulates Creed's signature sound with its soaring vocals and themes of perseverance, becoming an anthem for many listeners.
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One Last Breath — The emotional depth of this song showcases a vulnerable side of the band, striking a chord with fans through its exploration of regret and hope.
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Bullets Start here — With its aggressive instrumentation and poignant lyrics, 'Bullets' addresses themes of conflict and personal struggle, representing the album's harder edge.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances anthemic rock with introspective moments but lacks standout depth across its runtime.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features driving rhythms and anthemic choruses, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
- Several tracks utilize a layered guitar approach, creating a dense texture that supports the vocal melodies.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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 mid-tempo reflective moments
- anthemic choruses for sing-alongs
- cathartic releases of emotion
- uplifting tracks for motivation
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced instant gratification
- seek purely instrumental experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified Creed's commercial success and visibility in the music scene.
- Themes
- personal sacrifice· post-9/11 introspection· emotional resilience
- Moods
- Anthemic· Introspective
- Career context
- Released on November 20, 2001, 'Weathered' is Creed's fourth studio album and follows their successful 1999 release, 'Human Clay'. At this point, the band was at the height of their commercial success, having solidified their place in the post-grunge landscape with a dedicated fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nickelback· Puddle of Mudd· Alter Bridge
Tracklist
- 1 Bullets Start here 3:49
- 2 Freedom Fighter 2:36
- 3 Who’s Got My Back? 8:25
- 4 Signs 4:28
- 5 One Last Breath 3:58
- 6 My Sacrifice 4:54
- 7 Stand Here With Me 4:17
- 8 Weathered 5:30
- 9 Hide 4:27
- 10 Don’t Stop Dancing 4:32
- 11 Lullaby 3:06
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Silver Side Up
Nickelback
Shares anthemic choruses and themes of personal struggle with heavy guitar textures.
The Better Life
3 Doors Down
Combines introspective lyrics with driving rhythms, echoing resilience in adversity.
Come Clean
Puddle of Mudd
Features a similar post-grunge sound and explores emotional struggles and redemption.
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