What makes Share What Ya Got by Defiance, Ohio notable?

The album gained significant attention within the punk and folk communities, noted for its raw honesty and politically charged lyrics. It has been praised in various reviews for its grassroots approach and has influenced subsequent artists in the folk punk genre, highlighting themes of community and personal struggle. Released in 2003, Share What Ya Got is Defiance, Ohio's second album, following their debut, The Great American Treadmill. At this point, the band was establishing their identity within the folk punk scene, blending personal storytelling with a DIY ethos that resonated with a growing audience. This record solidified their place in the underground music landscape as they built on the momentum of their first release.

How many songs are on Share What Ya Got?

Share What Ya Got has 12 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.

Share What Ya Got

Defiance, Ohio · 2003

32 min · 12 tracks · punk rock

Folk punk energy collides with heartfelt lyricism, creating an intimate yet explosive atmosphere throughout the album.

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I Don't Want Solidarity If It Means Holding Hands With You — This track articulates a critical stance towards forced unity while maintaining a playful tone, embodying the album's irreverent spirit.
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Drinking Song — Offering a catchy melody paired with introspective lyrics, this song exemplifies the band's ability to balance levity and depth in their songwriting.
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Sweet Dudes and Sweet Ladies — This track captures the essence of friendship and community through its charming narrative style, reflecting the broader themes of connection found throughout the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100

Foothills

Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album blends folk punk energy with personal storytelling, creating an engaging yet uneven listening experience.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of acoustic guitars and layered vocal harmonies, creating a warm, inviting sound.
Tracks often shift dynamics abruptly, with quieter verses leading into explosive choruses that emphasize emotional peaks.
Several songs incorporate spoken word sections or narrative elements, enhancing the storytelling aspect of the lyrics.

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

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 Hey Kathleen, Are You Hungry? 1:30
2 This Time, This Year 3:09
3 I'm Just Going to Leave... 2:12
4 Chad's Favorite Song 3:10
5 I Don't Want Solidarity If It Means Holding Hands With You 2:26
6 Drinking Song 3:33
7 Bikes and Bridges 2:50
8 Sweet Dudes and Sweet Ladies 2:28
9 Lullabies 3:00
10 Old Dead Tree 3:10
11 Road Signs Always Look Better Looking Over Your Shoulder 2:38
12 Response to Griot 2:24

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