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The Fragile is the second studio album by American industrial rock band Nine Inch Nails, released on September 21, 1999. The album is characterized by its diverse sound, combining elements of electronic music, rock, and orchestral arrangements. It explores themes of despair, isolation, and personal struggle, and is often regarded as a landmark in the industrial genre. The album's intricate production and complex layering of sounds have earned it critical acclaim, solidifying its place in the pantheon of influential albums of the late 1990s.