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Addicted

Simple Plan · 2003

14 min · 4 tracks · punk rock

Energetic pop-punk anthems blend catchy hooks with confessional lyrics, capturing youthful angst and addiction's pull.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Addicted — This title track encapsulates the band's signature sound with its infectious chorus and raw lyrics about the struggles of dependency and yearning for freedom.
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    Perfect (Acoustic Version) — This acoustic rendition highlights the emotional depth of the original song, stripping away instrumentation to focus on vulnerability and introspection.
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    Grow Up (Live in Japan) — The live performance captures the band's energetic spirit while addressing themes of growing up, showcasing their connection with fans in a different cultural context.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This single helped solidify Simple Plan's popularity after their debut album.
Themes
Japanese live energy· confessional lyrics
Career context
Released on June 3, 2003, 'Addicted' was a pivotal track from Simple Plan's second album, marking their rise in the pop-punk scene following their successful debut. By this point, they had established a devoted fanbase and were solidifying their sound with relatable themes of adolescence and emotional struggles.
Stylistic neighbors
Good Charlotte· Bowling for Soup· Fall Out Boy
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 Addicted 3:55
  • 2 Perfect (Acoustic Version) 4:08
  • 3 Grow Up (Live in Japan) 2:41
  • 4 American Jesus (Live in Japan) 3:50

What to play next

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