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Problematic

All · 2000

37 min · 19 tracks · punk rock

A frenetic blend of pop-punk energy with irreverent humor and biting social commentary encapsulates the album's chaotic spirit.

Top tracks — play these first

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    She Broke My Dick — Clocking in at just over forty seconds, this track showcases All's ability to blend humor with punk sensibilities, delivering a punchy narrative that captures the album's irreverent tone.
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    Better Than That — This song features a memorable chorus and clever lyrics that exemplify the band's knack for combining catchy melodies with introspective themes, making it a standout on the record.
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    What Are You For? — A more contemplative track, it dives into existential questions while maintaining an energetic pace, reflecting the band's range within the punk rock framework.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The album showcases energetic punk rock with sharp lyrics and varied tempos, appealing to fans of the genre.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a fast-paced track and maintains a high energy level throughout the first half, before introducing slower tempos in the latter half.
  • Several tracks feature abrupt transitions between verses and choruses, creating a sense of urgency and unpredictability.
  • Lyrically, the album combines humor with social commentary, often using irony to convey its messages.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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

  • quick, punchy song bursts
  • energetic, humorous vibes
  • short attention spans welcomed
  • lighthearted, spontaneous enjoyment

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2000, Problematic is All's fifth studio album, following their 1998 release, Pummel. At this point, the band had established themselves within the punk rock scene, known for their melodic take on the genre and energetic performances. This album reflects a maturation of their sound while retaining the playful edge that characterized their earlier work.
Stylistic neighbors
Descendents· Blink-182· Pennywise

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Carry You 1:59
  • 2 She Broke My Dick 0:43
  • 3 Better Than That 2:03
  • 4 www.sara 2:21
  • 5 Roir 1:10
  • 6 What Are You For? 2:10
  • 7 Stupid Kind of Love 1:56
  • 8 Alive 1:51
  • 9 Real People 2:16
  • 10 Lock 'em Away 1:48
  • 11 Teresa 1:42
  • 12 I Want Out 0:51
  • 13 Crucifiction 2:16
  • 14 The Skin 2:19
  • 15 Nothin' to Live For 1:14
  • 16 Never Took 2:13
  • 17 Make Believe 3:08
  • 18 Drive Away 2:35
  • 19 If You Only Knew 3:08

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