The music video, produced by Ninian Doff, adds a psychological layer to the track through a striking visual gimmick.
: Mike Kerr achieves his massive tone by splitting his bass signal through a complex series of effects pedals and multiple amplifiers—typically a bass amp for low-end depth and a guitar amp for high-end distortion. Royal Blood - Figure It Out (Royal Blood Album)
Lyrically, "Figure It Out" explores the confusion and angst inherent in navigating a fractured relationship. The music video, produced by Ninian Doff, adds
: The mix of the song is designed with "frequency suckouts" that allow the nasal peaks of Kerr's vocals to sit perfectly within the gritty bass riffs. As the song progresses, the riff layers become increasingly "hard-edged," building the track's dynamic intensity. Lyricism and Themes: The Anatomy of a Messy Breakup : The mix of the song is designed
: Represents an outsider’s point of view, often framing the protagonist as a dangerous criminal.
"Figure It Out" was a chart-topping success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Canada Rock Chart and finding extensive use in popular media, including the soundtracks for Pro Evolution Soccer 2016 , Gotham , and trailers for Supernatural . It remains a staple of modern rock, frequently used as the "introductory" track for new fans of the duo.
: This editing style mirrors the song's title, forcing the audience to "figure out" the true story as it unfolds. Legacy and Impact