Love Sux
Avril Lavigne · 2022
33 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A high-energy blend of pop-punk anthems and catchy melodies, infused with a modern edge and youthful rebellion.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bite Me — This track encapsulates the album's spirit with its infectious chorus and emblematic themes of empowerment and resilience against heartbreak.
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Love It When You Hate Me — The interplay between upbeat instrumentals and lyrics about tumultuous relationships showcases Lavigne's signature blend of humor and angst.
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Cannonball Start here — 'Cannonball' opens the album with a burst of energy, setting the tone for the rest of the tracks and highlighting Lavigne's fierce attitude.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends pop-punk energy with modern themes, showcasing strong songwriting but varying execution across tracks.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features driving tempos and energetic guitar riffs, while the second half introduces slower ballads that contrast with the earlier tracks.
- Several tracks employ a call-and-response vocal style, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the anthemic quality of the songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
- short bursts of energetic fun
- catchy anthems for sing-alongs
- playful irreverence throughout tracks
- immediate satisfaction with brevity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, immersive experiences
- seek deep emotional introspection
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a vibrant return to pop-punk sound after a long hiatus, showcasing continued vitality.
- Themes
- pop-punk revival· romantic rebellion
- Career context
- Upon releasing 'Love Sux' in 2022, Avril Lavigne returned to the music scene after a six-year hiatus since her previous album 'Head Above Water'. This album marks her first project under the label DTA Records, signaling a renewed commitment to her pop-punk roots amidst a landscape increasingly dominated by varying genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paramore· Fall Out Boy· We Are the In Crowd
Tracklist
- 1 Cannonball Start here 2:19
- 2 Bois Lie 2:43
- 3 Bite Me 2:40
- 4 Love It When You Hate Me 2:25
- 5 Love Sux 2:49
- 6 Kiss Me Like the World Is Ending 2:50
- 7 Avalanche 3:40
- 8 Déjà vu 3:24
- 9 F.U. 2:48
- 10 All I Wanted 2:33
- 11 Dare to Love Me 3:35
- 12 Break of a Heartache 1:52
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
After Laughter
Paramore
Shares a vibrant pop-punk sound with catchy hooks and a focus on emotional resilience.
Death of a Bachelor
Panic! at the Disco
Combines upbeat pop-punk aesthetics with sharp, witty lyrics about love and self-discovery.
American Beauty/American Psycho
Fall Out Boy
Blends energetic pop-punk vibes with layered production and themes of romantic rebellion.
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