How Will I Laugh Tomorrow When I Can't Even Smile Today cover

How Will I Laugh Tomorrow When I Can't Even Smile Today

Suicidal Tendencies · 1990

50 min · 11 tracks · hardcore punk · thrash metal · crossover thrash

A frenetic blend of punk energy and metal aggression, layered with introspective lyrical themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • introspective themes amid chaos
  • cathartic release through intensity
  • engaging for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking consistent energy levels
  • prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1990, 'How Will I Laugh Tomorrow When I Can't Even Smile Today' was Suicidal Tendencies' third studio album, following their self-titled breakthrough. At this point, the band was beginning to solidify their place in the crossover thrash scene, building on the momentum of their previous two releases and further exploring complex emotional themes alongside aggressive soundscapes.
Stylistic neighbors
Municipal Waste· Anthrax· Sick of It All

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Trip at the Brain 4:32
  • 2 Hearing Voices 4:13
  • 3 Pledge Your Allegiance 4:32
  • 4 How Will I Laugh Tomorrow 6:44
  • 5 The Miracle 5:28
  • 6 Suicyco Mania 5:52
  • 7 Surf and Slam 2:51
  • 8 If I Don't Wake Up 4:53
  • 9 Sorry?! 3:47
  • 10 One Too Many Times 3:13
  • 11 The Feeling's Back 4:04

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