Ocean Avenue cover

Ocean Avenue

Yellowcard · 2003

47 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · pop-punk

A vibrant mix of heartfelt melodies and driving rhythms that embody early 2000s pop-punk energy.

Why this album works

'Ocean Avenue' debuted at number 24 on the Billboard 200 and was certified Gold by the RIAA. The title track became emblematic of the pop-punk movement, influencing a wave of similar bands and securing Yellowcard's place in music history.
Career context
Released on July 22, 2003, 'Ocean Avenue' was Yellowcard's breakthrough album, following their previous release 'One for the Kids'. This album marked a significant turning point in their career, propelling them into mainstream recognition with its catchy hooks and emotional depth.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Way Away Standout 3:22
  • 2 Breathing 3:38
  • 3 Ocean Avenue Standout 3:18
  • 4 Empty Apartment 3:36
  • 5 Life of a Salesman 3:18
  • 6 Only One Standout 4:17
  • 7 Miles Apart 3:32
  • 8 Twentythree 3:27
  • 9 View From Heaven 3:22
  • 10 Inside Out 3:40
  • 11 Believe 4:31
  • 12 One Year, Six Months 3:28
  • 13 Back Home 3:55

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