The Great Burrito Extortion Case
Bowling for Soup · 2006
59 min · 16 tracks · punk · pop-punk
A vibrant pop-punk explosion filled with humor, nostalgia, and catchy hooks that captures youthful exuberance.
Why this album works
'The Great Burrito Extortion Case' debuted at number 30 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a strong commercial performance. The lead single, 'High School Never Ends,' became a staple of the band's repertoire, resonating with fans for its relatable themes of adolescence and societal expectations. The album's humorous approach contributed to its reception within pop-punk circles, influencing subsequent artists exploring similar themes.
- Best for
- short, punchy songs nostalgic youthful themes light-hearted and humorous vibes
- Context
- Released on November 7, 2006, 'The Great Burrito Extortion Case' was Bowling for Soup's sixth studio album. At this point in their career, the band was riding high on the success of their previous album, 'A Hangover You Don't Deserve,' which featured the hit single '1985.' This album further solidified their position in the pop-punk scene, showcasing their signature blend of irreverent lyrics and upbeat melodies.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beck· Moby· Green Day· Linkin Park· Sonic Youth· Nine Inch Nails· Lana Del Rey· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Epiphany 4:11
- 2 High School Never Ends Standout 3:31
- 3 Val Kilmer Standout 3:33
- 4 I'm Gay Standout 3:28
- 5 Why Don't I Miss You? 3:50
- 6 A Friendly Goodbye 3:29
- 7 Luckiest Loser 3:49
- 8 Love Sick Stomach Ache (Sugar Coated Accident) 4:08
- 9 Much More Beautiful Person 3:26
- 10 Friends Like You 2:32
- 11 When We Die 4:15
- 12 99 Biker Friends 3:16
- 13 Don't Let It Be Love 3:27
- 14 If You Came Back to Me 5:53
- 15 Everyday's a Saturday 3:32
- 16 No Opinion (acoustic) 3:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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