Released 10 years ago
We Lived Like Kings
Frenzal Rhomb · 2016
69 min · 35 tracks · pop-punk
A raucous collection of irreverent pop-punk anthems fueled by humor and unapologetic energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Mum Changed the Locks — This track encapsulates the band's signature humor while addressing themes of independence and rebellion against parental authority.
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5000 Cigarettes — Here, the band employs rapid-fire lyrics to depict a carefree lifestyle, embodying the essence of pop-punk's rebellious spirit.
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Forever Malcolm Young — This tribute to AC/DC's guitarist Malcolm Young blends nostalgia with heartfelt emotion, showcasing the band's ability to balance humor with sincerity.
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When My Baby Smiles at Me I Go to Rehab — The song cleverly juxtaposes romantic notions with darker themes, highlighting Frenzal Rhomb's knack for blending comedy with poignant commentary.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- frenetic bursts of energy
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- humorous and irreverent themes
- for party atmosphere
- dynamic shifts in pacing
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, cohesive albums
- avoid humor and sarcasm
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Frenzal Rhomb released We Lived Like Kings in 2016, they were already a well-established band in the Australian punk scene, known for their provocative lyrics and lively performances. This album marked their return after a five-year hiatus since their previous release, and it showcased a mix of nostalgia and contemporary relevance in their sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lagwagon· No Use for a Name· Pennywise
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Mummy Doesn’t Know You’re a Nazi
The song features a sharp critique of societal ignorance wrapped in playful irony, directly confronting disturbing ideologies.
The stark contrast between the light-hearted musicality and heavy subject matter illustrates how the band uses satire to provoke thought.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Russell Crowe’s Band 1:11
- 2 Never Had So Much Fun 2:00
- 3 Mum Changed the Locks 1:57
- 4 We’re Going Out Tonight 2:17
- 5 Punch in the Face 1:44
- 6 Bucket Bong 2:31
- 7 I Miss My Lung 3:25
- 8 5000 Cigarettes 1:40
- 9 Bird Attack 1:14
- 10 Let’s Drink a Beer 3:14
- 11 White World 2:00
- 12 Forever Malcolm Young 1:28
- 13 Johnny Ramone Was in a Fucken Good Band but He Was a Cunt (Gabba Gabba You Suck) 0:31
- 14 Ship of Beers 2:15
- 15 When My Baby Smiles at Me I Go to Rehab 1:03
- 16 Coming Home 2:30
- 17 Ballchef 1:18
- 18 Home and Away 1:04
- 19 You Are Not My Friend 3:26
- 20 Mummy Doesn’t Know You’re a Nazi 1:23
- 21 World’s Fuckedest Cunt 2:30
- 22 Genius 2:58
- 23 4 Litres 2:07
- 24 Richer Than You 2:12
- 25 Fuck the System 1:48
- 26 Cones 2:51
- 27 You Can’t Move Into My House 2:26
- 28 Uncle Ken 2:08
- 29 Pants 0:59
- 30 You Are a Knob 2:42
- 31 Gambling, Vomit, Sleeping in the Bin 2:48
- 32 Urban Myth 1:39
- 33 Alvarez 1:47
- 34 Kaan Kunt 2:15
- 35 The Best of Secret Track
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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