Watching an Andromeda fanvid—yes, I'm a sci-fi fan (and gamer) despite my gender—I frown and look for the video credits. That sounds like… Indeed, it is Amy Lee in this song I vaguely recognize from my little exposure to the radio.
The acoustic guitar-based rock reminds me a bit of Jars of Clay, though Seether's singer isn't nearly as good as that other band. Nor is Seether Christian. But at any rate, the music flows prettily, more relaxed on the verses and rising on the chorus. Amy Lee compliments the singer of this South African band well.
"Broken" covers some of the sweeter aspects to a relationship. Having to be open to someone we love hurts, as does separation from that person. "Broken" refers to both instances. ("I'm broken when I'm open, and I don't feel like I'm strong enough" and "I'm broken when I'm lonesome, and I don't feel right when you're gone away.")
The song's not great, but its melodic sound and the sweet subject matter are refreshing. It's nice to have a song that's not about an emotionally tumultuous breakup or a sexually-charged relationship. It's the normal (probably overly-romanticized) pain involved in a steady relationship, and I find that sweet.
Music: 4/5
Vocal(s): 4/5
Overall: 8/10
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