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Take a Break

Me First and the Gimme Gimmes · 2003

32 min · 13 tracks · punk

Punk-infused covers of nostalgic ballads that blend humor with heartfelt reinterpretation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic sing-along moments
  • steady mid-tempo flow
  • humorous reinterpretations of classics
  • short, engaging listening sessions
  • conversational background ambiance

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Take a Break' was released in January 2003, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes had established themselves as a beloved punk cover band known for their playful takes on classic songs. This album followed their previous release, 'Are a Drag' (2001), continuing their trend of transforming pop staples into energetic punk anthems.
Stylistic neighbors
The Vandals· NOFX· Lagwagon

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Where Do Broken Hearts Go 2:30
  • 2 Hello 2:18
  • 3 End of the Road 3:00
  • 4 Ain’t No Sunshine 1:44
  • 5 Nothing Compares 2 U 2:41
  • 6 Crazy 3:08
  • 7 Isn’t She Lovely 2:25
  • 8 I Believe I Can Fly 3:01
  • 9 Oh Girl 1:58
  • 10 I’ll Be There 2:07
  • 11 Mona Lisa 2:50
  • 12 Save the Best for Last 2:05
  • 13 Natural Woman 2:37

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