Torn to Pieces
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Headquarters | United States |
| Products | Music, singles, albums |
Torn to Pieces represents the third single released by the American rock group Pop Evil from their third studio album, Onyx.
This track marked Pop Evil's third chart-topping success on Billboard's Mainstream Rock chart, where it remained at number one for a duration of two weeks.
Background
The song draws inspiration from the passing of lead singer Leigh Kakaty's father. To engage their audience, the band encouraged fans to share photographs that illustrated the song’s significance. Kakaty described the piece as "haunting & torturous to the human soul," expressing the anguish experienced when losing a loved one without a farewell.
Critical reception
The Chattanooga Pulse anticipated that this single would gain popularity comparable to hits like “Last Man Standing” and “Monster You Made”. Alessandra Donnelly from EOne Entertainment portrayed it as "a slow, heartbroken ballad featuring a straightforward, memorable melody that leads into an emotional guitar solo." The Valley Beat commented that although it evokes earlier ballads such as “Monster You Made,” it sustains a powerful presence appropriate for the album’s tone.
Music video
Swedish filmmaker Johan Carlen directed the accompanying music video.
Weekly charts
Template:Single chartTemplate:Single chart| Chart (2014) | Peak position |
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Year-end charts
| Chart (2014) | Position |
|---|---|
| US Hot Rock & Alternative Songs (Billboard) | 72 |
| US Rock Airplay (Billboard) | 43 |