Description: Break the Cycle by Staind (CD, 2001) Parental Advisory/Explicit Content Sticker "Break the Cycle" is the third studio album by the American rock band Staind, released on May 22, 2001, through Flip/Elektra Records. It is the album that catapulted the band to mainstream success, driven by its heavy, emotional sound and deeply introspective lyrics. The album bears a Parental Advisory Explicit Content sticker due to its raw and unfiltered lyrics, addressing themes of pain, addiction, and personal struggles.Key Information:Artist: StaindAlbum Title: Break the CycleRelease Date: May 22, 2001Label: Flip/Elektra RecordsGenre: Alternative Metal, Post-Grunge, Nu-MetalCertification: 5× Platinum in the U.S.Notable Tracks: "It's Been Awhile"The band’s signature song, a haunting ballad that blends emotional vulnerability with a powerful chorus. It became a massive radio hit and topped the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. "Outside"A heartfelt acoustic track that showcases lead singer Aaron Lewis’s raw vocals. A live version featuring Fred Durst of Limp Bizkit helped generate buzz before the album’s release. "Fade"A dynamic track with heavy guitars and emotional lyrics, reflecting on the effects of strained relationships. "For You"A song addressing familial conflict and unresolved childhood pain, with aggressive verses and an anthemic chorus. "Epiphany"A softer, acoustic-driven track that highlights Lewis’s introspective songwriting and emotional delivery.Themes and Style:Themes: The album explores personal pain, emotional scars, addiction, family struggles, and self-reflection.Style: A mix of post-grunge melodies and nu-metal aggression, characterized by heavy guitar riffs, atmospheric production, and Aaron Lewis’s emotionally charged vocals.Critical and Commercial Reception: Commercial Success:Debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, selling over 716,000 copies in its first week.Spawned several hit singles, including "It's Been Awhile," "Fade," and "Outside."Certified 5× Platinum in the U.S. and sold over 7 million copies worldwide. Critical Reception:Generally positive reviews, with critics praising the band’s ability to balance heavy metal elements with introspective lyrics and accessible melodies.Some criticism was directed at its similarity to other bands in the nu-metal and post-grunge genres."Break the Cycle" solidified Staind’s place as one of the leading bands in the early 2000s rock scene. Its success helped bridge the gap between nu-metal and mainstream rock, showcasing Aaron Lewis’s introspective and emotional songwriting.
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Edition: Parental Advisory
Producer: Josh Abraham
Format: CD
Release Year: 2001
Genre: Rock
Artist: Staind
Record Label: Warner Music Group, EA
Release Title: Break the Cycle