Prison Bound
Social Distortion · 1988
41 min · 10 tracks · punk · rock & roll
Gritty punk rock riffs collide with heartfelt storytelling in a raw, rebellious soundscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- heartfelt storytelling with grit
- steady mid-tempo progression
- rebellious anthems for reflection
- for road trip vibes
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification
- seek upbeat party tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1988, 'Prison Bound' marked Social Distortion's third studio album, following their self-titled release in 1983. By this point, the band was solidifying its identity within the punk rock scene, blending elements of rock and roll with personal narratives. The album followed a period of turmoil for frontman Mike Ness, as he struggled with addiction and incarceration, infusing the record with authenticity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Offspring· Rancid· Bad Religion
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It’s the Law 2:38
- 2 Indulgence 4:34
- 3 Like an Outlaw (For You) 5:21
- 4 Backstreet Girl 4:22
- 5 Prison Bound 5:24
- 6 No Pain No Gain 3:42
- 7 On My Nerves 4:23
- 8 I Want What I Want 3:02
- 9 Lawless 3:21
- 10 Lost Child 4:18
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