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Does This Look Infected?

Sum 41 · 2002

58 min · 17 tracks · alternative metal · pop-punk · melodic hardcore

A raw blend of pop-punk energy and melodic hardcore aggression that captures youthful angst.

Why this album works

Best for
short, punchy listening sessions youthful, rebellious energy dynamic emotional journeys
Context
Released in 2002, 'Does This Look Infected?' is Sum 41's third studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'All Killer No Filler.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their identity within the punk rock scene while exploring darker themes, a shift evident from their previous work.
If you like
alternative metal, pop-punk, melodic hardcore

Does This Look Infected? is an album by Sum 41, released in 2002. A raw blend of pop-punk energy and melodic hardcore aggression that captures youthful angst. This album debuted at number 13 on the Billboard 200 and achieved significant commercial success, further establishing Sum 41 as a prominent voice in early 2000s punk rock. It received generally favorable reviews, with critics praising its energetic sound and lyrical depth, notably addressing themes of disillusionment and personal struggle. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Does This Look Infected? sound like?

A raw blend of pop-punk energy and melodic hardcore aggression that captures youthful angst. Rooted in alternative metal and pop-punk.

What makes Does This Look Infected? by Sum 41 notable?

This album debuted at number 13 on the Billboard 200 and achieved significant commercial success, further establishing Sum 41 as a prominent voice in early 2000s punk rock. It received generally favorable reviews, with critics praising its energetic sound and lyrical depth, notably addressing themes of disillusionment and personal struggle. Released in 2002, 'Does This Look Infected?' is Sum 41's third studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'All Killer No Filler.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their identity within the punk rock scene while exploring darker themes, a shift evident from their previous work.

Who is Does This Look Infected? for?

Does This Look Infected? works well if you're into short, punchy listening sessions, youthful, rebellious energy and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on Does This Look Infected??

Does This Look Infected? has 17 tracks, running approximately 58 minutes.

Tracklist

17 tracks·58:35

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

Disc 1

  • 1 The Hell Song Standout 3:19
  • 2 Over My Head (Better Off Dead) Standout 2:29
  • 3 My Direction 2:02
  • 4 Still Waiting Standout 2:38
  • 5 A.N.I.C. 0:37
  • 6 No Brains 2:46
  • 7 All Messed Up 2:44
  • 8 Mr. Amsterdam 2:56
  • 9 Thanks for Nothing 3:04
  • 10 Hyper‐Insomnia‐Para‐Condrioid 2:32
  • 11 Billy Spleen 2:32
  • 12 Hooch 3:29
  • 13 Reign in Pain (Heavy Metal Jamboree) 2:55
  • 14 WWVII, Parts 1 & 2 5:09

Disc 2

  • 1 Reign of Pain - The Story of Pain for Pleasure 10:59
  • 2 Fat Lip/Pain for Pleasure Video 4:38
  • 3 In Too Deep Video 3:40

Release Date

November 26, 2002

Artist Origin

Canada

Runtime

58 min 35 sec