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Act Your Age

Home Grown · 1998

69 min · 15 tracks · pop-punk

Energetic pop-punk melodies intertwine with witty lyrics, encapsulating youthful angst and rebellion.

Why this album works

The album received positive reviews within the pop-punk community and helped Home Grown gain traction in a competitive landscape dominated by acts like Green Day and Blink-182. It further established their sound, contributing to the genre's mainstream appeal in the late 90s.
Best for
youthful energy and rebellion witty lyrics for sing-alongs late-night reflection on growth
Context
When 'Act Your Age' was released in 1998, Home Grown was solidifying their presence in the pop-punk scene following their debut album 'That's Business' in 1996. This record marked a significant step in their evolution, showcasing more refined songwriting and production as they sought to carve out an identity amid the burgeoning pop-punk movement.
Stylistic neighbors
Celina Ree· No Doubt· Hayley Williams

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Nowhere Slow Standout 3:04
  • 2 All That You Have 1:51
  • 3 She’s Anti 3:13
  • 4 Surfer Girl 4:31
  • 5 Last Nite Regrets 3:30
  • 6 Suffer 3:47
  • 7 Your Past 4:05
  • 8 Grow Up Standout 3:07
  • 9 Piss Off Standout 2:45
  • 10 Let Go 2:26
  • 11 Bad News Blair 2:20
  • 12 Kids 3:09
  • 13 Wow, She Dumb 3:15
  • 14 Envy Me 2:15
  • 15 Reflections 25:35

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