Make It Stop (September's Children)
Rise Against · 2011
13 min · 4 tracks · melodic hardcore
A raw blend of melodic hardcore and punk, driven by urgent rhythms and poignant lyrics addressing societal issues.
Top tracks — play these first
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Make It Stop (September's Children) — The title track stands out for its emotional weight, tackling the harsh realities of bullying and its consequences, resonating deeply with listeners facing similar struggles.
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Death Blossoms — This song combines aggressive instrumentation with reflective lyrics, showcasing the band's ability to blend personal narratives with broader societal critiques effectively.
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The Good Left Undone (live) — The live version captures the band's raw energy and connection with their audience, emphasizing the communal experience of their music and its themes of loss and hope.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single presents strong tracks but lacks cohesion and depth for lasting engagement.
What we noticed
- The title track features a dynamic structure, alternating between aggressive verses and melodic choruses that emphasize the lyrical themes.
- The second track, 'Death Blossoms', employs a more straightforward punk rhythm with a consistent tempo throughout.
- The live version of 'The Good Left Undone' showcases a different energy compared to the studio recording, highlighting the band's performance intensity.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This single marked a significant moment in Rise Against's popularity and cultural relevance.
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Make It Stop (September's Children) is the first single from Rise Against's album Endgame. This period marked a peak in the band's popularity following their previous success with Appeal to Reason in 2008. The album showcases their continued evolution as they address complex social themes with increasing intensity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Strike Anywhere· Against Me!· Pennywise
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Make It Stop (September's Children)
The chorus shifts between moments of despair and empowering calls for change, creating a juxtaposition that highlights the urgency of the message.
The contrasting emotions in this section amplify the sense of struggle against bullying while inspiring action, making it a pivotal moment in the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Make It Stop (September's Children) 3:55
- 2 Death Blossoms 2:36
- 3 The Good Left Undone (live) 3:02
- 4 Make It Stop (September's Children) (Music video) 4:13
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