My Immortal [Single, Import]

Evanescence | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Single, Import
• Label: Sony
• ASIN: B0000V762O
• Also Available in: Audio CD
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (46 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #309,172 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. My Immortal [Band Version]

2. My Immortal [Album Version]

3. Haunted [Live from Sessions @ Aol]

4. My Immortal [Live from Cologne]

Editorial Reviews

Taken from the 2003 album 'Fallen'. The title track is backed with three non-LP tracks, 'My Immortal' (Band Version), 'Haunted' (Live From Sessions @ AOL), & 'My Immortal' (Live From Cologne). Epic. 2004. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

32 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Heart Pounding In My Head, May 24, 2004

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A. Casalino "V^^^^^V" (Downers Grove, IL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: My Immortal (Audio CD)

Every so often, a song comes along that's so exquisite and so attuned to your own heart that no matter how often you hear it, you can never get enough of it. I've found such a song in "My Immortal." I actually wept the first time it played for me.

Such a dear little EP- wherein Evanescence generously offers three different renditions of that beautiful song: the Album version (from "Fallen"), the Band version (which adds only a tidbit of edge), and a Live version. All three are quite wonderful. Then, additionally, there's to be found another featured track- "Haunted"- which, by some magic, speaks sublimely direct to me as well! That song, however, turns out not being the soft plaintive ballad that is "My Immortal": rather, it's a dark, reproachful and entrancing piece- and a lyrically engaging rendering, at that.

For me, reviewing music is extremely difficult - as a song's substance can be, more than anything else, uniquely personal and deeply subjective. Every body has their flavour. I happen to embrace things soft, spiritual, passionate, and dark. Most assuredly, this Import contains each of those qualities.

An intensely emotional song, something delicate and rare, "My Immortal" is so much more than just poignant poetry from a gothic rock band that's been overplayed on the radio. Softly and deftly, Amy Lee's ethereal vocals capture the feeling heart of the words that she sings - just like the groundless soul of a caged spirit, crying out...

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Deeply Touched Me, January 23, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: My Immortal (Audio CD)

I had to pull over the first time I heard this song. It went straight through me. Mainly because I just lost my five year old little boy to cancer in Oct of 2003. Never has a song touched me so deep. Thank you Evanescence for nailing it. I have always liked your music, now it is set in stone.

16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Evanescence Are Not One-Hit Wonders, March 17, 2004

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David Anderson (St. Cloud, MN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: My Immortal (Audio CD)

When Evanescence released "Bring Me To Life" in 2003, many critics penned them as one-hit wonders. Many felt it was too high quality rock and too unique for radio. When they released "My Immortal", they rightfully proved critics wrong; not because of its radio and chart success but because of its brilliance. Its quality is only one feature in their careers that deserves them their two Grammy wins, including Best New Artist.

"My Immortal", taken from their album "Fallen", explores a new side of Evanescence that few have heard before its release. This ballad is one of the most beautiful songs from a hardcore rock band. Amy Lee proves on this track that she has the most amazing voice in hard rock. She beautifully sings every word with every drop of heart and soul. Her emotional expressions never fade for one moment. The song was written as beautifully as the recording. The theme's purity is obvious, which earns Evanescence tremendous respect as artists. There hasn't been a hardcore band this good in years.

All three versions are great. They offer different aspects within the artists: the album version, the band version, and the live version. The album version features Amy Lee's voice accompanied with a piano and a small orchestra. The band version is a re-recorded version specially for radio, which features a clear instrumental backing similar to the album version with an alternative ending, a more rock ballad sound adding guitars, bass, and drums. The live version proves that Amy Lee and the band have actual musical talent outside of the studio.

The live version of "Haunted" is a great addition to this CD single. This hardcore rock song was written and performed wonderfully. This explores their extended musical uniqueness. The combination of hard rock and eerie celtic music keeps listeners interested. Rarely in musical history has this combination fit as perfectly as this. Despite the edgy theme, Amy Lee keeps the captivating voice forces audiences to feel her words.

The "My Immortal" CD single is great for Evanescence fans. This is sure to please many audiences. Fans of this should also purchase their album "Fallen", which offers more of a musical experience and explores more of their creative side. Such a combination offers an unforgettable experience.

***For the 2004 Grammy ceremonies, expect "My Immortal" to be nominated for Record of the Year.