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Cavalier Youth

You Me at Six · 2014

46 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock

An anthem-laden exploration of youthful disillusionment backed by soaring melodies and gritty guitar riffs.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
  • anthems for youthful disillusionment
  • empowering tracks for self-acceptance
  • background energy for gatherings
  • cathartic release of frustrations

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek purely instrumental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2014, 'Cavalier Youth' is You Me at Six's fourth studio album, following their successful record 'Sinners Never Sleep.' At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the UK alternative rock scene while experimenting with a more polished sound, indicating a shift towards mainstream appeal after years of honing their craft.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Too Young to Feel This Old 4:12
  • 2 Lived a Lie 3:23
  • 3 Fresh Start Fever 3:36
  • 4 Forgive and Forget 4:00
  • 5 Room to Breathe 3:59
  • 6 Win Some, Lose Some 3:56
  • 7 Cold Night 4:05
  • 8 Hope for the Best 2:50
  • 9 Love Me Like You Used To 3:04
  • 10 Be Who You Are 1:48
  • 11 Carpe Diem 3:14
  • 12 Wild Ones 5:02
  • 13 Champagne Wishes 3:07

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