What makes Can't Keep a Secret by Faber Drive notable?

The album debuted at number 10 on the Canadian Albums Chart, showcasing its commercial appeal. It also received positive reviews for its catchy songwriting and energetic production, helping to establish Faber Drive as a notable act within the pop-punk genre during this era. Released in 2009, Can't Keep a Secret was Faber Drive's second studio album, following their successful debut, Seven Second Surgery. At this point in their career, the band was building on their initial success and solidifying their presence in the Canadian pop-punk scene.

How many songs are on Can't Keep a Secret?

Can't Keep a Secret has 12 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

Can't Keep a Secret

Faber Drive · 2009

41 min · 12 tracks · punk rock

Energetic pop-punk anthems blend catchy hooks with vibrant guitar riffs, creating a sound that captures youthful exuberance.

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You and I Tonight — This track exemplifies the band's signature sound with its infectious chorus and relatable themes of young love, making it a standout hit.
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G-Get Up and Dance! — With its danceable beat and lively energy, this song captures the essence of celebration and fun that characterizes much of the album.
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Our Last Goodbye — This track features emotional lyrics paired with soaring melodies, showcasing the band's ability to blend heartfelt content with upbeat instrumentals.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

Energetic pop-punk anthems with catchy hooks, but lacks depth for long-term engagement.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with fast tempos and upbeat melodies, while the second half introduces slower tracks that shift the mood.
Several songs feature call-and-response vocals, enhancing the anthemic quality and encouraging listener participation.
The instrumentation prominently features bright guitar riffs and driving drum patterns, which are consistent throughout most tracks.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

Tracklist

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

1 The Payoff 3:03
2 G-Get Up and Dance! 3:09
3 You and I Tonight 3:42
4 I'll Be There 3:28
5 Give Him Up 3:38
6 Our Last Goodbye 3:10
7 Lucky Ones 3:13
8 Forever 3:35
9 Never Coming Down 3:43
10 Just What I Needed 3:27
11 By Your Side 4:00
12 I'll Be There 3:26

What to play next

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Lost in Paradise

2012

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Seven Second Surgery

2007

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