Their System Doesn't Work for You cover

Their System Doesn't Work for You

Anti-Flag · 1998

57 min · 19 tracks · hardcore punk · pop-punk · street punk

Raw, aggressive punk energy collides with sharp social critique and catchy hooks throughout the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady energetic flow throughout
  • catchy hooks with sharp critique
  • for rebellious spirit
  • short bursts of raw energy
  • suitable for group sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective tunes
  • seek lengthy immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Their System Doesn't Work for You marks Anti-Flag's third studio album, released in 1998 during a period of burgeoning political activism in their music. Following the success of their previous albums, this record solidified their position within the punk scene as outspoken critics of societal issues. The album came at a time when punk was experiencing a revival, particularly among youth responding to political disenchantment.
Stylistic neighbors
Rise Against· Pennywise· NOFX

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Can’t Stand Being With You 2:05
  • 2 Their System Doesn’t Work for You 2:31
  • 3 We’ve Got His Gun 2:24
  • 4 Born to Die 2:05
  • 5 The Truth 2:41
  • 6 You’ll Scream Tonight 5:14
  • 7 Indie Sux, Hardline Sux, Emo Sux, You Suck! 2:06
  • 8 Anti‐Violent 3:06
  • 9 20 Years of Hell 2:33
  • 10 I’m Having a Good Day 2:41
  • 11 I Don’t Want to Be Like You 3:30
  • 12 Too Late 2:50
  • 13 I Don’t Need Anybody 3:49
  • 14 Betty Sue Is Dead 3:14
  • 15 If Not for You 3:16
  • 16 Meet Your Master 3:57
  • 17 We Won’t Take No 2:34
  • 18 Save Me 3:00
  • 19 I’m Feeling Slightly Violent 3:29

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