God Save the Teen cover

God Save the Teen

Mod Sun · 2023

36 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant fusion of pop-punk energy and hip-hop swagger, layered with introspective lyrics about youth and resilience.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Avril's Song — A tribute to Avril Lavigne that encapsulates the nostalgia and emotional depth of teenage experiences, blending heartfelt storytelling with infectious melodies.
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    Single Mothers — This track explores themes of family dynamics and personal struggle, showcasing Mod Sun's ability to infuse vulnerability into an upbeat sound.
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    Drive — With its driving rhythm and reflective lyrics, this song captures the essence of youthful ambition and the desire for freedom, resonating deeply with listeners.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic pop-punk and hip-hop elements with relatable lyrics, creating a distinctive sound within its genre.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a vibrant tone, maintaining an upbeat tempo for the first half before introducing slower, more introspective songs.
  • The lyrics frequently reflect on themes of youth and resilience, often delivered in a conversational style that invites listener connection.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Eyelids 2:46
  • 2 Revenge 2:37
  • 3 Avril's Song 2:45
  • 4 Shelter 3:09
  • 5 Courtney Fucked Kurt 1:32
  • 6 SOS 2:58
  • 7 Single Mothers 3:29
  • 8 Iris 2:58
  • 9 When We're Dead 2:59
  • 10 Wolves 3:53
  • 11 Drive 3:14
  • 12 Delusional Confidence 3:42

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