What makes Tastes Like Gold by Lit notable?

'Tastes Like Gold' marked Lit's successful comeback, debuting at number 12 on the Billboard Independent Albums chart. The album received generally positive reviews for its catchy hooks and lyrical depth, re-establishing the band in the pop-punk landscape amidst a resurgence of the genre. Released on June 17, 2022, 'Tastes Like Gold' is Lit's first album in over a decade, following their 2012 album 'The View from the Bottom'. The band returned to the music scene with renewed vigor, showcasing their evolution while retaining their signature sound from the late '90s and early 2000s.

Who is Tastes Like Gold for?

Tastes Like Gold works well if you're into sing-along anthems with friends, steady mid-tempo energy throughout and catchy hooks for road trips.

How many songs are on Tastes Like Gold?

Tastes Like Gold has 12 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Tastes Like Gold

Lit · 2022

37 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

Energetic pop-punk anthems collide with introspective lyrics, reflecting both nostalgia and a contemporary edge.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Yeah Yeah Yeah — This opening track sets the tone with its infectious chorus and driving rhythm, encapsulating the album's blend of energy and nostalgia.
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Kicked Off the Plane — With clever wordplay and a playful narrative about rejection, this track highlights Lit's ability to weave humor into relatable themes.
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Tastes Like Gold — The title track embodies the album’s spirit, balancing catchy melodies with reflective lyrics about appreciating life's fleeting moments.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album combines energetic pop-punk with introspective lyrics, showcasing Lit's evolution while retaining their signature sound.

What we noticed

The first half of the album maintains a high energy level with fast tempos and driving guitar riffs, while the second half introduces more introspective themes and slower tracks.
Several songs feature a call-and-response vocal style, creating an engaging dynamic between the lead singer and backing vocals.
The lyrics often reflect personal experiences and nostalgia, contrasting with the upbeat instrumentals, which adds depth to the overall sound.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

sing-along anthems with friends
steady mid-tempo energy throughout
catchy hooks for road trips
short bursts of fun
nostalgic vibes for early 2000s

Maybe skip if you

prefer long, immersive tracks
seek deep emotional exploration

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on June 17, 2022, 'Tastes Like Gold' is Lit's first album in over a decade, following their 2012 album 'The View from the Bottom'. The band returned to the music scene with renewed vigor, showcasing their evolution while retaining their signature sound from the late '90s and early 2000s.
Stylistic neighbors: Sugar Ray· Blink-182· Jimmy Eat World