Of All Things I Will Soon Grow Tired
Joyce Manor · 2012
13 min · 9 tracks · punk rock
A frenetic blend of punk energy and introspective lyrics, encapsulating youthful disillusionment in under two minutes per track.
Top tracks — play these first
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These Kind of Ice Skates — The opener sets the tone with its rapid pace and lyrical exploration of fleeting moments, capturing the essence of youthful angst.
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I'm Always Tired — Clocking in at just fifty seconds, this track encapsulates existential weariness succinctly, combining humor and vulnerability in its brief runtime.
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Bride of Usher — This song stands out with its narrative twist and vivid imagery that draws from literary inspiration, showcasing the band's lyrical creativity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's concise tracks and dynamic shifts create an engaging punk experience that resonates with youthful themes.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of melodic hooks paired with introspective lyrics, often contrasting upbeat instrumentation with darker themes.
- Tracks frequently shift dynamics, with abrupt transitions between softer verses and explosive choruses, maintaining high energy throughout.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- short bursts of frenetic energy
- youthful disillusionment reflections
- for quick commutes
- introspective moments in chaos
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, drawn-out experiences
- seek polished, radio-friendly tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2012, Of All Things I Will Soon Grow Tired was Joyce Manor's debut album, arriving shortly after they formed in 2008. At this stage, the band was establishing its identity within the punk rock scene, combining melodic sensibilities with raw energy that would define their subsequent releases.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Modern Baseball· The Menzingers· PUP
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I'm Always Tired
The final line shifts from a general exhaustion to a specific plea for understanding, breaking away from earlier humor into earnestness.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 These Kind of Ice Skates 1:19
- 2 Comfortable Clothes 1:04
- 3 See How Tame I Can Be? 1:30
- 4 Drainage 1:12
- 5 Video Killed the Radio Star 2:17
- 6 If I Needed You There 1:08
- 7 Bride of Usher 2:19
- 8 Violent Inside 1:30
- 9 I'm Always Tired 0:50
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