What makes Say It to My Face by Area-7 notable?

The album received positive reviews for its catchy hooks and dynamic energy, helping it to reach notable positions on Australian charts. Its track 'Nobody Likes a Bogan' became particularly recognized as an anthem for youth culture, reflecting social attitudes and resonating with fans across the country. Released in 2001, Say It to My Face was Area-7's third studio album, following their successful second album, Chasing the Sun. By this time, the band had solidified their presence in the Australian music scene, building on their previous popularity and expanding their fanbase with a more polished sound.

How many songs are on Say It to My Face?

Say It to My Face has 12 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Say It to My Face

Area-7 · 2001

38 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

Energetic ska rhythms fuse with alternative rock grit, creating an anthemic sound that captures youthful defiance and social commentary.

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Nobody Likes a Bogan — This track encapsulates the album's critique of social stereotypes while delivering an infectious ska beat that encourages sing-alongs.
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Leave Me Alone — Opening with a punchy rhythm and assertive lyrics, this song immediately sets the tone for the album's theme of individuality and self-assertion.
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Mind Games — With its introspective lyrics paired with upbeat instrumentation, this track contrasts personal struggles against a backdrop of energetic sound.

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

Energetic ska rhythms and social commentary create a distinct sound, though its appeal may wane over time.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with fast tempos and upbeat ska rhythms, while the second half introduces more varied pacing.
Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals, enhancing the anthemic quality and engaging listeners directly.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 Leave Me Alone 3:11
2 Mind Games 4:06
3 Can't Be Happy 2:48
4 Now I Know 2:41
5 Individuality 3:29
6 History Is Written 4:31
7 Liar 2:42
8 Nobody Likes a Bogan 2:21
9 Save Yourself 3:27
10 Consequences 2:59
11 JJ 2:05
12 Kicks 3:46

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