Hot Mess cover

Hot Mess

Cobra Starship · 2009

37 min · 11 tracks · pop-punk

A vibrant fusion of pop-punk energy and catchy hooks designed for carefree summer escapades.

Why this album works

'Hot Mess' features the hit single 'Good Girls Go Bad,' which peaked at number seven on the Billboard Hot 100, marking a significant commercial achievement for the band. The album helped further define the sound of late-2000s pop-punk, characterized by its humor and self-awareness.
Best for
carefree summer vibes steady upbeat energy catchy hooks for sing-alongs
Context
Released on August 11, 2009, 'Hot Mess' is Cobra Starship's third studio album following the commercial success of '¡Viva la Cobra!' in 2007. At this point, the band was solidifying its presence in the pop-punk scene, blending playful lyrics with danceable beats.
Stylistic neighbors
Hayley Williams· Celina Ree· No Doubt

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Nice Guys Finish Last 3:36
  • 2 Pete Wentz Is the Only Reason We’re Famous Standout 3:03
  • 3 Good Girls Go Bad Standout 3:16
  • 4 Fold Your Hands Child 3:12
  • 5 You’re Not in on the Joke 3:30
  • 6 Hot Mess 2:52
  • 7 Living in the Sky With Diamonds 3:20
  • 8 Wet Hot American Summer 3:49
  • 9 The Scene Is Dead; Long Live the Scene Standout 2:43
  • 10 Move Like You Gonna Die 3:49
  • 11 The World Will Never Do 4:04

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