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Responsibility

MxPx · 2000

11 min · 5 tracks · punk

Energetic punk melodies collide with introspective lyrics, capturing the spirit of early 2000s alternative rock.

Why this album works

Best for
brief energetic bursts of sound introspective themes with urgency for quick commutes
Context
Released in 2000, 'Responsibility' was MxPx's fifth studio album, coming after their commercial success with 'Life in General'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their position within the punk rock scene, balancing mainstream appeal with their DIY roots.
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Responsibility is a single by MxPx, released in 2000. Energetic punk melodies collide with introspective lyrics, capturing the spirit of early 2000s alternative rock. The album features the hit title track 'Responsibility', which received significant airplay on alternative radio and contributed to MxPx's continued relevance in the punk scene. While it did not achieve major chart success, its themes resonated with fans navigating adulthood, marking a cultural touchstone for young listeners at the turn of the millennium. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Responsibility sound like?

Energetic punk melodies collide with introspective lyrics, capturing the spirit of early 2000s alternative rock. Rooted in punk.

What makes Responsibility by MxPx notable?

The album features the hit title track 'Responsibility', which received significant airplay on alternative radio and contributed to MxPx's continued relevance in the punk scene. While it did not achieve major chart success, its themes resonated with fans navigating adulthood, marking a cultural touchstone for young listeners at the turn of the millennium. Released in 2000, 'Responsibility' was MxPx's fifth studio album, coming after their commercial success with 'Life in General'. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their position within the punk rock scene, balancing mainstream appeal with their DIY roots.

Who is Responsibility for?

Responsibility works well if you're into brief energetic bursts of sound, introspective themes with urgency and for quick commutes.

How many songs are on Responsibility?

Responsibility has 5 tracks, running approximately 11 minutes.

Tracklist

5 tracks·11:41

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

  • 1 Responsibility Standout 2:41
  • 2 You Walk, I Run Standout 2:47
  • 3 Time and Season Standout 2:10
  • 4 Make Up Your Mind 1:50
  • 5 Broken Bones 2:13

Release Date

January 1, 2000

Genre

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

11 min 41 sec