Top tracks — play these first
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Are We Really Happy With Who We Are Right Now? — This title track encapsulates the album's central theme of self-reflection and questioning identity while showcasing Moneen's signature blend of melodic hooks and punk energy.
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With This Song I Will Destroy Myself — The song combines a frenetic pace with emotionally charged lyrics that articulate a struggle with personal demons, making it a standout representation of the band's raw intensity.
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Thoughts Weigh Heavy…Don’t Get Drowned in the Weight of It All — This track exemplifies Moneen's lyrical prowess, weaving profound existential questions with an engaging melody that resonates deeply with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic punk with introspective lyrics, creating a solid but not entry in the genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features layered guitar harmonies and a driving rhythm, setting a high-energy tone.
- Several tracks incorporate tempo shifts, such as 'With This Song I Will Destroy Myself', which transitions from a fast-paced section to a slower, introspective bridge.
- Lyrically, the songs often feature long titles that reflect the introspective themes, with many tracks exploring existential questions and personal struggles.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- contemplative reflective moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Are We Really Happy with Who We Are Right Now? is Moneen's second studio album, released in 2003 following their debut, 'The Switcheroo Series', which helped establish them in the Canadian punk rock scene. At this point, the band was beginning to gain traction within the post-hardcore genre, setting the stage for their later influence on similar acts.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Early November· Brand New· Taking Back Sunday
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Are We Really Happy With Who We Are Right Now? 3:44
- 2 Start Angry…End Mad 4:42
- 3 To Say Something That Means Nothing to Anyone at All 5:19
- 4 With This Song I Will Destroy Myself 5:02
- 5 Closing My Eyes Won’t Help Me Leave 5:58
- 6 I Have Never Done Anything for Anyone That Was Not for Me as Well 3:55
- 7 How to Live With the Thought That Sometimes Life Ends 4:43
- 8 Life’s Just Too Short Little Ndugu 4:15
- 9 Thoughts Weigh Heavy…Don’t Get Drowned in the Weight of It All 4:31
- 10 The Last Song I Will Ever Want to Sing 9:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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