What makes Some Boys Got It, Most Men Don't by d.b.s. notable?

This album helped d.b.s. gain significant traction in the underground punk rock scene, showcasing their ability to blend personal narratives with high-energy music. Its critical reception highlighted a growth in songwriting maturity, and it has since been referenced as an influence by subsequent Canadian punk bands. Released in 1999, Some Boys Got It, Most Men Don't was d.b.s.'s third studio album, following their critically acclaimed sophomore effort. At this stage, the band was solidifying their identity within the Canadian punk scene, exploring more complex themes while maintaining their energetic sound.

How many songs are on Some Boys Got It, Most Men Don't?

Some Boys Got It, Most Men Don't has 12 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Some Boys Got It, Most Men Don't

d.b.s. · 1999

40 min · 12 tracks · punk rock

Raw punk energy collides with introspective lyrics, creating a sound that is both chaotic and deeply personal.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Your Apathy Is Killing Both of Us — This track exemplifies the band's signature sound, fusing catchy hooks with a critique of emotional detachment prevalent in relationships.
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The Sun Went All the Way Down — Combining reflective lyrics with an infectious melody, this song captures the essence of youthful disillusionment and longing.
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Kitchen Noise — An exploration of mundane life juxtaposed with frenetic energy, this track showcases the band's ability to transform everyday experiences into compelling narratives.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

63 /100

Foothills

Higher than 44% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic punk with personal lyrics, showcasing growth in songwriting but with some unevenness in flow.

What we noticed

The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a high-energy tone, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter tracks.
Several songs feature abrupt tempo changes, shifting from chaotic instrumentals to introspective lyrical passages.
The lyrics often reflect personal experiences and emotions, creating a contrast with the raw punk instrumentation.

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: 6/10
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 Set Your Clock Back an Hour 1:33
2 Your Apathy Is Killing Both of Us 4:02
3 Starboard 3:54
4 Dear Diary 0:28
5 The Sun Went All the Way Down 2:59
6 And Then I Awoke 3:55
7 Aspirations 2:14
8 My Life as a Book (Chapter Two) 3:19
9 Apology 2:53
10 Kitchen Noise 4:04
11 Past Friendships 4:56
12 Foundation for Positive Change 5:49

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