Top tracks — play these first
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Rather Hate Than Hurt — This track opens the album with a powerful declaration of emotional resilience, setting the tone for the themes of conflict and introspection that follow.
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Intoxicated — With its infectious melody and relatable themes of escapism, this song captures the essence of youthful recklessness and has become a fan favorite.
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Nothing Left to Lose — The song features poignant lyrics about vulnerability and loss, showcasing a more reflective side of Hinder that resonates throughout the album.
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I Need Another Drink — This track combines humor with heartache, illustrating the struggle of coping through self-medication while maintaining a catchy hard rock vibe.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo emotional exploration
- gritty vocals for cathartic release
- for late-night drives
- reflective moments with friends
- acoustic renditions for intimate vibes
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced instant gratification
- prefer upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When The Smoke Clears is Hinder's fourth studio album, released in 2015 after the departure of lead singer Austin Winkler. This album showcases the band's effort to redefine their sound while exploring new lyrical themes, positioning it as a significant moment in their evolving discography.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nickelback· Theory of a Deadman· Shinedown
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rather Hate Than Hurt 3:34
- 2 Hit the Ground 3:32
- 3 Wasted Life 3:11
- 4 If Only for Tonight 3:37
- 5 Intoxicated 2:55
- 6 Dead to Me 3:56
- 7 Foolish Eyes 3:26
- 8 Nothing Left to Lose 3:47
- 9 Letting Go 3:22
- 10 I Need Another Drink 3:20
- 11 Hit The Ground (acoustic) 3:16
- 12 Get Stoned (acoustic) 3:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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