Four Year Strong
Four Year Strong · 2015
38 min · 11 tracks · punk rock
Energetic punk rock riffs collide with introspective lyrics, creating a dynamic soundscape of youthful defiance and self-reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Hold Myself in Contempt — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its raw energy and confessional lyrics, immediately showcasing the band's signature blend of aggression and introspection.
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Go Down in History — As one of the standout tracks, it combines anthemic choruses with relatable themes of perseverance, embodying the spirit of both the band and their fanbase.
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Eating My Words — This song features clever wordplay and a catchy melody that reflects personal struggle, illustrating the album's thematic depth while maintaining its energetic punk aesthetic.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic punk rock with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid songwriting and performance.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature fast tempos and aggressive guitar riffs, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more melodic section.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocals between the lead singer and backing vocals, creating an engaging dynamic.
- The album closes with a track that features a gradual build-up in intensity, culminating in a powerful finish.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady energetic flow throughout
- cathartic anthems for release
- introspective lyrics with punch
- for group sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, mellow tunes
- seek long, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2015, this album marked Four Year Strong's return after a three-year hiatus following their commercial peak with 'In Some Way, Shape, or Form'. This self-titled effort reflects an evolution in their sound, showcasing a blend of punk rock energy with more mature lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- A Day to Remember· The Wonder Years· New Found Glory
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Gravity
The lyrics shift from self-doubt to a resolution illustrates a transformative journey within the song.
This structural pivot emphasizes a crucial change in perspective that anchors the emotional weight of the track.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Hold Myself in Contempt 4:16
- 2 We All Float Down Here 3:07
- 3 Eating My Words 3:12
- 4 Wipe Yourself Off, Man. You Dead. 3:31
- 5 Stolen Credit Card! 3:51
- 6 Gravity 3:45
- 7 Who Cares? 1:54
- 8 Here’s to Swimming with Bow-Legged Women 3:25
- 9 I’m a Big, Bright, Shining Star 3:33
- 10 The Sound of Your Heart 3:59
- 11 Go Down in History 3:39
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