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The Best Episodes of Song Exploder

Every episode of Song Exploder ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Song Exploder!

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Get inspired as musicians dig deep into the creative process of songwriting and reveal their intimate thoughts in a series based on the hit podcast.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Song Exploder Season 2 Episode 3 - Nine Inch Nails – Hurt
    9.0/10(169 votes)

    #1 - Nine Inch Nails – Hurt

    S2:E3

    Broken-down sounds, damaged vocals and naked emotion make a chilling coda to a blockbuster LP as Trent Reznor talks about transforming pain into art.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Song Exploder Season 1 Episode 3 - R.E.M. – Losing My Religion
    8.6/10(195 votes)

    #2 - R.E.M. – Losing My Religion

    S1:E3

    No obvious chorus plus a lead mandolin and handclaps equals the least likely chart-topper of the '90s. R.E.M. looks back at the life-changing track.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Song Exploder Season 2 Episode 2 - The Killers – When You Were Young
    7.9/10(99 votes)

    #3 - The Killers – When You Were Young

    S2:E2

    Eager to beat the sophomore album slump, the Killers dusted off three chords to capture their desert home of Las Vegas — and mine for pop anthem gold.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Song Exploder Season 1 Episode 2 - Lin-Manuel Miranda – Wait for It
    7.8/10(127 votes)

    #4 - Lin-Manuel Miranda – Wait for It

    S1:E2

    In his quest to capture Aaron Burr's voice, Lin-Manuel Miranda finds his lines on the subway. Many breathless choruses later, can he relate to Burr?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Song Exploder Season 2 Episode 1 - Dua Lipa – Love Again
    7.5/10(96 votes)

    #5 - Dua Lipa – Love Again

    S2:E1

    When a bad breakup spills into the studio, Dua Lipa finds release in high-drama strings, throwback analog synths and memories of her parents' faves.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Song Exploder Season 2 Episode 4 - Natalia Lafourcade – Hasta la Raíz
    7.2/10(56 votes)

    #6 - Natalia Lafourcade – Hasta la Raíz

    S2:E4

    After stepping back from stardom, Natalia Lafourcade rediscovers her roots, which are planted deep in Veracruz and the rhythm of huapango folk music.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Song Exploder Season 1 Episode 1 - Alicia Keys – 3 Hour Drive
    7.1/10(93 votes)

    #7 - Alicia Keys – 3 Hour Drive

    S1:E1

    Far from her newborn son, Alicia Keys collaborates with Sampha, who has just lost his mother. Together, they give a longing melody life.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Song Exploder Season 1 Episode 4 - Ty Dolla $ign – LA
    6.4/10(72 votes)

    #8 - Ty Dolla $ign – LA

    S1:E4

    Ty Dolla $ign pens a verse in minutes, picks up multiple instruments and brings in Kendrick Lamar and Brandy for this moving love song to his city.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Nine Inch Nails – Hurt" is the best rated episode of "Song Exploder". It scored 9/10 based on 169 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 12/15/2020. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "R.E.M. – Losing My Religion".