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  Studio Album · No. 10

Magnetic Songwriting Credits by Goo Goo Dolls

2013 Warner Bros. Records 11 tracks 39 min

Produced by Rob Cavallo, John Shanks, Gregg Wattenberg, Greg Wells  ·  Engineered by Mark Endert, Ted Jensen

Warner Bros. Records Pop rockAlternative rock
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Authorship
Complete Artist

Holds writing credit on 11 of 11 tracks

Authorship Breakdown 11 / 11 documented

Who wrote the songs?

Scored across the 11 tracks with documented writers, by whether Goo Goo Dolls carries a lyricist or composer credit.

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Goo Goo Dolls's roles on this album

Share of the 11 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.

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By the Numbers

11
Tracks
7
Lyricists
4
Producers
2013
Released
Data Insight

Magnetic is the band's most co-written album, with John Rzeznik bringing in a roster of outside collaborators including Gregg Wattenberg, John Shanks, J.T. Harding, and Greg Wells. The result is a bright, contemporary pop-rock sound led by the single "Rebel Beat," while Robby Takac contributes his usual handful of songs. It marked a deliberate move toward modern radio production.

Track Listing & Credits 11 tracks

Written by the artist Written by outside writers
#TitleLyricist(s)Composer(s)Producer(s)Performers
1
Rebel Beat
John RzeznikGregg Wattenberg John RzeznikGregg Wattenberg Gregg Wattenberg John Rzeznik (Lead Vocals)
2
When the World Breaks Your Heart
John RzeznikGregg WattenbergJ.T. Harding John RzeznikGregg WattenbergJ.T. Harding Gregg Wattenberg John Rzeznik (Lead Vocals)
3
Slow It Down
John RzeznikGregg Wattenberg John RzeznikGregg Wattenberg Gregg Wattenberg John Rzeznik (Lead Vocals)
4
Caught in the Storm
John RzeznikJohn Shanks John RzeznikJohn Shanks John Shanks John Rzeznik (Lead Vocals)
5
Come to Me
John RzeznikGregg Wattenberg John RzeznikGregg Wattenberg Gregg Wattenberg John Rzeznik (Lead Vocals)
6
Bringing On the Light
Robby Takac Robert Takac Gregg Wattenberg Robby Takac (Lead Vocals)
7
More of You
John RzeznikJohn Shanks John RzeznikJohn Shanks John Shanks John Rzeznik (Lead Vocals)
8
Bulletproofangel
John RzeznikAndy Stochansky John RzeznikAndy Stochansky Greg Wells John Rzeznik (Lead Vocals)
9
Last Hot Night
John RzeznikTodd Clark John RzeznikTodd Clark Rob Cavallo John Rzeznik (Lead Vocals)
10
Happiest of Days
Robby Takac Robert Takac Gregg Wattenberg Robby Takac (Lead Vocals)
11
Keep the Car Running
John RzeznikJohn Shanks John RzeznikJohn Shanks John Shanks John Rzeznik (Lead Vocals)

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Frequently Asked Questions Magnetic

Who wrote Rebel Beat by the Goo Goo Dolls?
"Rebel Beat" was co-written by John Rzeznik with outside collaborators. It was the lead single from Magnetic and pushed the band toward a brighter, modern pop-rock sound.
Did the Goo Goo Dolls use outside co-writers on Magnetic?
Yes, more than on any previous album. John Rzeznik co-wrote with Gregg Wattenberg, John Shanks, J.T. Harding, and Greg Wells, among others. Robby Takac still contributed several of his own songs.
Who produced Magnetic by the Goo Goo Dolls?
Magnetic was produced by Rob Cavallo, John Shanks, Gregg Wattenberg, and Greg Wells. The varied team gave it a polished, contemporary radio sound.
How did Magnetic by the Goo Goo Dolls perform on the charts?
Magnetic debuted at No. 8 on the Billboard 200 and reached No. 2 on the Top Rock Albums chart. It drew mixed reviews but kept the band on the charts.
When was Magnetic by the Goo Goo Dolls released?
Magnetic was released in June 2013 through Warner Bros. Records. It was the band's tenth studio album.
What genre is Magnetic by the Goo Goo Dolls?
Magnetic is a pop rock and alternative rock album with a bright, modern production style. It runs about 39 minutes across eleven tracks.

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