I Call This Abandonment
Chasing Victory · 2005
38 min · 11 tracks · punk rock
A high-energy blend of punk rock urgency and introspective lyrics that captures the turmoil of youth and personal struggles.
Top tracks — play these first
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Oceans Away — This opener sets the tone with its driving rhythms and heartfelt lyrics about distance and longing, showcasing the band's punk ethos.
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Unrequited Love — This track encapsulates youthful heartbreak with its catchy hooks and relatable themes, making it a standout representation of teenage angst.
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The Night Your Guardian Fell Asleep — A poignant exploration of loss and vulnerability, this song contrasts aggressive instrumentals with reflective lyrics, highlighting the band's emotional range.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Unrequited Love
The chorus delivers an impactful shift in perspective, illustrating a painful realization about unreciprocated feelings.
This pivotal moment employs a stark contrast between hopeful melodies and disillusioned lyrics, emphasizing the complexity of young love.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Oceans Away 2:44
- 2 Unrequited Love 3:36
- 3 The Night Your Guardian Fell Asleep 2:56
- 4 A Taste of Your Own Medicine 2:44
- 5 The Killer Is Me 3:31
- 6 First Steps to Recovery 4:14
- 7 Pre-Empty Nest Syndrome 4:07
- 8 Suspects, Alibis and Partners in Crime 2:58
- 9 The Real Version of You 3:04
- 10 Ascension and Escape 3:18
- 11 Speak Easy 5:16
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