Released 20 years ago
Are You Nervous?
Rock Kills Kid · 2006
37 min · 10 tracks · art punk
A frenetic blend of art punk energy and introspective lyrics, layered with atmospheric guitar riffs and driving rhythms.
Top tracks — play these first
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Paralyzed — Opening with an infectious chorus, this track encapsulates the album's urgent energy while exploring themes of emotional paralysis and disconnection.
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Life’s a Bitch — This song features sharp lyrics that critique societal expectations, delivered with a catchy hook that balances cynicism with melodic appeal.
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Run Like Hell — With its driving beat and tense atmosphere, this track captures the album's underlying anxiety, resonating with listeners through its urgency and raw emotion.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo urgency
- introspective lyrics for reflection
- consistent flow throughout album
- great for late-night drives
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek purely upbeat energy
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2006, 'Are You Nervous?' marked Rock Kills Kid's debut album, following a series of well-received singles that built anticipation. At this point, the band was establishing their identity within the art punk scene while drawing from diverse influences to create a distinct sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tropical Fuck Storm· Butthole Surfers· Mark Mothersbaugh
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Paralyzed 3:04
- 2 Hideaway 4:01
- 3 Midnight 3:34
- 4 Are You Nervous? 3:15
- 5 Back to Life 4:32
- 6 Life’s a Bitch 3:58
- 7 Run Like Hell 3:59
- 8 Don’t Want to Stay 3:18
- 9 Hope Song 3:54
- 10 Raise Your Hands 4:03
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