What makes Thunder by Boys Like Girls notable?

'Thunder' became a commercial success, peaking at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 and receiving extensive radio play. The song's catchy hooks and relatable themes resonated with fans, contributing to the band's reputation during the late 2000s pop-punk revival. In 2008, Boys Like Girls were riding the wave of their debut album's success, having gained significant attention with their self-titled release in 2006. 'Thunder' served as a follow-up single that showcased their continued evolution in sound while solidifying their presence in the pop-punk scene.

How many songs are on Thunder?

Thunder has 3 tracks, running approximately 11 minutes.

Thunder

Boys Like Girls · 2008

11 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock

An anthemic blend of pop-punk energy and emo lyricism, with soaring melodies and driving guitar riffs.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Top tracks — play these first

→
Thunder (album version) — This version captures the full dynamic range of the song, showcasing its powerful choruses and emotional verses that define the band's signature style.
→
Thunder (radio mix/single version) — The radio mix is tailored for mainstream appeal, emphasizing its catchy hooks and streamlined production, which helped it gain traction on airwaves.
→
Thunder (acoustic version) — The acoustic version strips down the song to its emotional core, allowing listeners to connect more deeply with its lyrics and melody.

Tracklist

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

1 Thunder (album version) 3:57
2 Thunder (radio mix/single version) 3:57
3 Thunder (acoustic version) 4:02

What to play next

Listen next

Love Drunk

2009

Go back to

Boys Like Girls

2006

Full Boys Like Girls discography Where to start with Boys Like Girls Artists like Boys Like Girls

alternative rock emo pop pop-punk

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata