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Live in a World Full of Hate

Sick of It All · 1995

47 min · 24 tracks · hardcore punk

Raw energy collides with socially charged lyrics over relentless, fast-paced hardcore punk rhythms.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Injustice System Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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    It's Clobberin' Time — At just under a minute long, this track epitomizes the band's furious energy and serves as an anthem for resilience against oppression.
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    Pushed Too Far — This song encapsulates themes of frustration and defiance, making it a rallying cry for those feeling marginalized or oppressed.
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    World Full of Hate — The title track delivers a poignant critique of societal issues while showcasing the band's signature blend of melody and aggression.
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    We Stand Alone — This track highlights themes of solidarity and resistance, resonating strongly with fans and embodying the spirit of the hardcore movement.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

45 /100
Lowland
Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The album captures raw energy and social commentary typical of hardcore punk, but lacks depth for repeated listens.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent fast tempo throughout, with most tracks clocking in under three minutes.
  • Vocals are delivered in a shouted style, often overlapping with the instrumentals, creating a chaotic yet energetic atmosphere.
  • The tracklist includes several songs that directly address social issues, with lyrics that are straightforward and confrontational.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

  • rapid-fire bursts of energy
  • cathartic release of frustration
  • for high-intensity workouts
  • dynamic shifts in intensity
  • empowering anthems for rebellion

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer slow, melodic tunes
  • seek long, immersive experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album solidified Sick of It All's reputation in the hardcore punk scene.
Themes
New York hardcore scene· social oppression critique· resilience against hate
Career context
Released on April 16, 1995, 'Live in a World Full of Hate' captures Sick of It All at the height of their influence within the hardcore punk scene. This album followed their acclaimed studio album 'Just Look Around' and solidified their reputation for combining aggressive sound with politically charged messages.
Stylistic neighbors
Madball· H2O· Earth Crisis
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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • World Full of Hate

    The lyrics directly confront systemic injustice and societal indifference through vivid imagery.

    This approach not only amplifies the song's message but also marks a shift from personal grievances to broader social critiques.

Tracklist

  • 1 Injustice System Start here 2:33
  • 2 It's Clobberin' Time 0:47
  • 3 Violent Generation 1:45
  • 4 Alone 1:57
  • 5 The Pain Strikes 3:11
  • 6 Shut Me Out 2:25
  • 7 Pushed Too Far 0:55
  • 8 Friends Like You 1:20
  • 9 Locomotive 2:50
  • 10 World Full of Hate 2:25
  • 11 Just Look Around 2:48
  • 12 What's Going On 2:07
  • 13 Give Respect 1:24
  • 14 Disillusion 2:08
  • 15 No Labels 0:55
  • 16 Pete's Sake 0:49
  • 17 GI-Joe Head Stomp 1:22
  • 18 We Want the Truth 2:32
  • 19 The Blood and the Sweat 1:42
  • 20 The Shield 2:44
  • 21 We Stand Alone 2:40
  • 22 Indust 2:36
  • 23 My Life 0:49
  • 24 Betray 2:52

What to play next

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Scratch the Surface

1994

Precedes current album with similar high-energy punk sound and socially charged lyrics.
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If this landed

Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.

Firestorm

Firestorm

Earth Crisis

Shares the same intensity and socio-political themes within a hardcore framework.

Set It Off

Set It Off

Madball

Maintains the raw energy and New York hardcore roots with powerful, resilient messages.

Go

Go

H2O

Combines fast-paced hardcore rhythms with personal and social themes of resilience.

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