What makes Chasing the Sun by The Wanted notable?

'Chasing the Sun' features the title track which became a significant hit, charting within the top 10 in the UK. The album's live tracks showcase The Wanted's performance energy and contributed to their popularity during a peak moment of boy band resurgence in the early 2010s. When 'Chasing the Sun' was released in April 2012, The Wanted was solidifying their presence in the UK pop scene after achieving success with their debut album. This album marked a transition for the band as they sought to expand their international appeal, particularly in the United States, following the success of their hit single 'Glad You Came'.

How many songs are on Chasing the Sun?

Chasing the Sun has 4 tracks, running approximately 15 minutes.

Chasing the Sun

The Wanted · 2012

15 min · 4 tracks · popular music

An upbeat pop record that radiates youthful exuberance through catchy melodies and vibrant production.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Chasing the Sun — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of optimism and adventure, featuring infectious hooks that highlight the band's signature sound.
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Glad You Came (live) — This live version captures the electrifying atmosphere of The Wanted's performances, showcasing their ability to engage and excite audiences.
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Fix You (live) — A heartfelt cover that demonstrates the band's vocal range and emotional depth, contrasting with their more upbeat tracks while maintaining audience connection.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

42 /100

Lowland

Higher than 1% of albums we've rated

The album features a strong hit but lacks depth and cohesion beyond its standout track.

What we noticed

The title track features a driving beat and layered vocal harmonies that create an energetic atmosphere.
The live tracks showcase audience interaction and the band's performance dynamics, contrasting with the studio version of 'Chasing the Sun'.
The remix of 'Chasing the Sun' introduces electronic elements that shift the song's texture while maintaining its core melody.

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: 4/10

Influence 3/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified The Wanted's presence in the UK pop scene after initial success.
Career context: When 'Chasing the Sun' was released in April 2012, The Wanted was solidifying their presence in the UK pop scene after achieving success with their debut album. This album marked a transition for the band as they sought to expand their international appeal, particularly in the United States, following the success of their hit single 'Glad You Came'.
Stylistic neighbors: One Direction· 5 Seconds of Summer· Jonas Brothers