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Freaks, Faggots, Drunks & Junkies

GG Allin · 1988

50 min · 19 tracks · hardcore punk

Raw and provocative, this album merges aggressive punk sounds with unsettling lyrics that challenge societal norms.

Top tracks — play these first

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    My Revenge — The opening track sets a confrontational tone with its raw energy and aggressive declaration of intent, embodying Allin's ethos of defiance.
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    Suck My Ass It Smells — This track epitomizes Allin's shock rock aesthetic, using grotesque imagery to challenge listeners' sensibilities and provoke reactions.
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    Commit Suicide — A chilling exploration of nihilism, this song juxtaposes dark themes with a frenetic pace, capturing the essence of Allin's controversial ideology.
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    I Wanna Kill You — The track's violent rhetoric and aggressive instrumentation reflect Allin's notorious persona, showcasing his ability to blend punk ferocity with unsettling content.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

40 /100
Lowland
Higher than 1% of albums we've rated

This album's raw energy and provocative lyrics define its impact within the hardcore punk genre.

What we noticed

  • The album features a relentless tempo, with most tracks clocking in under two minutes, creating a sense of urgency and chaos.
  • Lyrically, the songs are confrontational and explicit, often using shock value to provoke reactions from listeners.
  • The instrumentation is raw and unpolished, emphasizing distorted guitars and aggressive drumming that align with hardcore punk aesthetics.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
5/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
4/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of raw energy
  • provocative themes for shock seekers
  • unfiltered aggression for catharsis
  • chaotic anthems for rebellious spirits
  • intense moments of discomfort

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer polished and refined sounds
  • seek melodic and structured compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1988, Freaks, Faggots, Drunks & Junkies is GG Allin's most notorious work, following his earlier albums that established him as a shock rock figure. The record exemplifies his chaotic live performances and confrontational approach to music, solidifying his reputation for pushing boundaries in the punk scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Dead Kennedys· Black Flag· The Dicks

Tracklist

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

  • 1 My Revenge 0:43
  • 2 Dope Money 2:46
  • 3 Be My Fuckin Whore 2:40
  • 4 Suck My Ass It Smells 0:27
  • 5 Dog Shit 2:12
  • 6 Wild Riding 5:29
  • 7 Sleeping in My Piss 2:06
  • 8 Anti Social Masterbator 3:12
  • 9 Last in Line for the Gang Bang 2:14
  • 10 Die When You Die 1:37
  • 11 Commit Suicide 1:53
  • 12 Crash & Burn 3:57
  • 13 Outlaw Scumfuc 2:24
  • 14 Caroline & Sue 2:34
  • 15 Cunt Sucking Cannibal 2:44
  • 16 Family 3:02
  • 17 Young Little Meat 1:33
  • 18 I Wanna Kill You 3:18
  • 19 My Bloody Mutilation 5:03

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