Over the course of their career, Seether has produced a slew of hits that have defined their legacy specifically in the post-grunge genre. They crafted their sound to perfection, just as similar bands like Green Day and Blink-182 have done with their own pop punk hits. Even a band that started around the same time as Seether, Slipknot, has done this with their nu-metal masterpieces. It isn’t easy to become a premier band in any particular genre, but consistency is key.
Since the band’s inception in 1999, Seether has proven to know exactly what to do in order to advance their career. From changing their original name, Saron Gas, to knowing when it was time to tap back into their roots, they always have their finger on the pulse of what is needed. Now nine studio albums in, their list of hit songs is growing lengthy, but the band shows no signs of slowing down.
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Fine Again
Album: Disclaimer (2002)
Emerging into the post-grunge genre was not an easy task in the early 2000s. After grunge became a defining force of the ’90s, many bands were looking to capitalize on its success. At this point, Seether was competing with up-and-coming groups such as Nickelback, who were also trying to perfect the sound. Seether decided to release the song “Fine Again” as their debut single.
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This tune was a highly emotional track and personal for their lead singer, Shaun Morgan. Immediately, this brought the band recognition as it charted on the Billboard Hot 100 and even ranked as the number one tune on the Active Rock chart. The evocative music video also helped the song gain attention, as it features individuals expressing their inner feelings.
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Driven Under
Album: Disclaimer (2002)
When it comes to songwriting, Seether is very calculated in their approach, often opting to tell stories with powerful meanings. Helping to add to the allure of their stellar debut studio album was the song “Driven Under.” Its dark instrumental became the perfect example of the arrangements for which the band would become known.
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Along with the post-grunge sound they were aiming for, they also strategically incorporated rock and metal. While listening to this tune was enough of a moving experience, it was further enhanced by the music video. This features the band playing as a massive explosion occurs around them. It was a great blend, keeping the imagery and the track equally important throughout.
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Broken Ft. Amy Lee
Album: Disclaimer II (2004)
For their sophomore album, Seether made the interesting decision to create a recompilation of their first record, while adding a few new tracks. Although “Broken” was already included, a new version was recorded featuring Amy Lee from Evanescence. The duet between her and Shaun Morgan ranks among some of the greatest collaborations ever.
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Their voices complemented each other greatly, as each sang with so much emotion. This song is meant to let the pain shine through, and both were able to accentuate the words they sang. Not only did the tune gain recognition by reaching the Top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100, it was also featured as part of the soundtrack for the 2004 film, The Punisher.
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Remedy
Album: Karma And Effect (2005)
After all of their success in the early 2000s, the band decided to capitalize on it by releasing their third studio album in 2005. Once again, they found themselves on Billboard’s Hot 100 and reached number one on a couple of other charts. Quickly, the lead single for Karma and Effect, “Remedy,” became yet another hit for them.
Helping build the legacy of the song was its use in the media, such as being the theme song for World Wrestling Entertainment’s 2005 SummerSlam event. Additionally, the song has appeared in multiple video games, including Guitar Hero On Tour: Decades, Rock Band, and Test Drive (PC version). All these appearances have helped the tune become instantly recognizable.
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Fake It
Album: Finding Beauty In Negative Spaces (2007)
Over the course of their promotion for their fourth studio album, Finding Beauty in Negative Spaces, Seether had many opportunities come their way. One of the most well-known was the cover they released of George Michael’s “Careless Whisper.” While this gained significant attention, “Fake It,” a song of their own, also achieved acclaim as it was the album’s lead single.
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The song became one of the band’s highest-ranking singles on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 56. Once again, appearances in the media helped boost its popularity as it was used for World Wrestling Entertainment’s 2008 No Way Out event. Additionally, it also appeared in multiple video games, including Burnout Paradise.
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Tonight
Album: Holding Onto Strings Better Left To Fray (2011)
Even though the band is known for creating some deeply emotional tunes, their song “Tonight” from their 2011 record actually breeds hope and optimism. As one of the last songs written, it almost didn’t make it onto the record. Additionally, what was supposed to have much darker lyrics was changed to what has become known today.
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Whether it’s going on a road trip, going out for the night, or some other occasion, this is one Seether tune meant to enhance the joyous experience. Furthermore, this was yet another song used by WWE, but this time to commemorate the retirement of Hall of Fame wrestler Adam Copeland (Edge). The song was also used in The Sims 3: Showtime video game.
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Words As Weapons
Album: Isolate And Medicate (2014)
There is no doubt that the members of Seether understand the power of words, and they put the message to the test with “Words as Weapons.” The lyrics tell the story of deceitful people who say things for their own personal gain. This song explores the fine line between truth and fiction, showing how the latter can be a painful revelation.
As the lead single, this song helped the band’s 2014 album, Isolate and Medicate, reach the fourth spot on the Billboard 200. Additionally, it reached number one on their Rock, Alternative, and Hard Rock Albums charts. However, as the album itself has become gold-certified, the song as a standalone single has achieved platinum certification.
3
Let You Down (2017)
Album: Poison The Parish
By the time 2017 came around, Seether had already accomplished so much as a band, but they still found challenges for themselves. After announcing their seventh studio album, Poison the Parish, the band unveiled the lead single “Let You Down.” A unique aspect of this track was that it was produced by frontman Shaun Morgan.
It was the band’s vision to have this tune sound similar to some of their earlier work.
It was the band’s vision to have this tune sound similar to some of their earlier work, featuring a heavier rock sound with a catchy chorus. Additionally, the music video captivated viewers with its carnival theme, offering haunting visuals. The song would reach as high as number eight on Billboard’s Rock & Alternative Airplay chart, signaling yet another hit.
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Dangerous
Album: Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum (2020)
After reaching over 20 years as a band, Seether accomplished a major feat with their song “Dangerous,” as it accumulated over 1.9 million airplay audience impressions in just its first week. This made the song quickly become a hit and was an example of one of the key advances in technology that has helped bands throughout the years.
Described as a slow-burning rock song, it was the perfect way to set the tone for their eighth studio album, demonstrating how the band had a lot of elements still to explore. Ultimately, it would place on a few Billboard charts, but because the song is newer, its impact on the band’s legacy remains to be seen. However, it has already become a favorite on their setlist, being played well over 100 times (Via Setlist.fm).
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Judas Mind
Album: The Surface Seems So Far (2024)
With their ninth studio album, The Surface Seems So Far, released in 2024, Seether proved they are better than ever. The band, which is now only one release away from reaching the coveted double digits, impressed fans particularly with their song “Judas Mind.” This tune has been praised for its lyrical content that addresses negative factors in life that must be monitored.
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This song became the band’s tenth number-one single on the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. Its success placed them in conversation with legendary bands such as the Foo Fighters. Since the song is brand new, it is still finding its way into the band’s setlist, but it seems to be having a positive impact thus far since its release.