"Away from the Sun" is the second studio album by the American rock band 3 Doors Down. It was released on November 12, 2002. Following the success of their debut album, "The Better Life," released in 2000, 3 Doors Down faced high expectations with their sophomore effort.
The album was recorded at Ocean Way Studios in Nashville, Tennessee, and is known for its polished production and melodic rock sound. Rick Parashar, who had worked with bands like Pearl Jam and Alice in Chains, produced the album. The band aimed to build on their signature style that combines post-grunge elements with alternative rock, featuring emotional lyrics and appealing melodies.
"Away from the Sun" includes several successful singles, such as "When I'm Gone" and the title track "Away from the Sun." "When I'm Gone" performed particularly well, becoming a hit on rock and pop radio, and was significant in maintaining the band's mainstream popularity.
The album explores themes such as longing, reflection, and personal struggle, with a more mature lyrical focus compared to their debut. It was well-received commercially, debuting at number eight on the Billboard 200 chart and eventually achieving multi-platinum status in the United States.
The album's strong sales and radio presence cemented 3 Doors Down's place in the early 2000s rock scene and contributed to their continued success in subsequent years.
