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Around the World and Back

State Champs · 2015

36 min · 11 tracks · punk

Energetic punk rock anthems blend catchy hooks with introspective lyrics, creating a relatable soundtrack for young adults.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
  • relatable themes for young adults
  • for road trip energy
  • cathartic bursts of youthful angst

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, sounds
  • dislike introspective lyrical content

Where this album fits

Career context
Around the World and Back is State Champs' second studio album, following their debut, The Finer Things, released in 2013. At this point in their career, the band was gaining momentum within the pop-punk scene, building on positive reception and touring extensively to solidify their fan base.
Stylistic neighbors
Neck Deep· The Wonder Years· Real Friends

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Eyes Closed 3:09
  • 2 Secrets 3:44
  • 3 Losing Myself 3:17
  • 4 All You Are Is History 3:02
  • 5 Perfect Score 3:18
  • 6 All or Nothing 3:39
  • 7 Shape Up 2:43
  • 8 Back and Forth 2:52
  • 9 Around the World and Back 3:50
  • 10 Breaking Ground 3:42
  • 11 Tooth and Nail 2:58

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