Legendary
The Summer Set · 2013
44 min · 12 tracks · power pop
Energetic power pop melodies blend catchy hooks with introspective lyrics, creating anthems of youthful resilience and heartache.
Top tracks — play these first
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Boomerang — This track encapsulates the album's theme of longing and resilience, with its infectious chorus and relatable lyrics about facing emotional challenges head-on.
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Lightning in a Bottle — With its vibrant energy and memorable hook, this song showcases the band's ability to blend upbeat instrumentals with reflective lyrics about seizing opportunities.
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Fuck U Over — A bold anthem that tackles themes of betrayal and empowerment, this track stands out for its raw honesty and catchy refrain that invites sing-alongs.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Energetic melodies and introspective lyrics create a solid power pop experience, though it lacks standout depth.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a high-energy tempo with driving beats and layered harmonies, setting an upbeat tone for the album.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the anthemic quality of the choruses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady upbeat energy throughout
- nostalgic reflections on youth
- infectious sing-along moments
- feel-good vibes for gatherings
- for road trip playlists
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- want complex, experimental structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on April 16, 2013, 'Legendary' is The Summer Set's third studio album, following their 2011 release 'Everything's Fine'. By this point, the band was establishing a solid fanbase within the power pop scene and transitioning into more mature themes in their songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- We Are the In Crowd· All Time Low· Mayday Parade
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Heart on the Floor
The bridge shifts perspective, reflecting on vulnerability while revealing deeper emotional layers amidst an upbeat arrangement.
This structural change allows for an intimate exploration of feelings, contrasting with the song's otherwise lively tempo.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Maybe Tonight 3:32
- 2 Jukebox (Life Goes on) 3:42
- 3 Boomerang 3:29
- 4 Lightning in a Bottle 4:05
- 5 Heart on the Floor 3:48
- 6 Fuck U Over 3:42
- 7 Happy for You 3:42
- 8 The Way We Were 3:04
- 9 7 Days 3:46
- 10 Someday 3:21
- 11 Rescue 3:23
- 12 Legendary 5:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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