What makes Weightless by All Time Low notable?

Weightless achieved notable commercial success, peaking at number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 and receiving critical acclaim for its relatable themes and catchy hooks. The song's popularity helped cement All Time Low's reputation as key players in the modern pop-punk revival of the late 2000s. Released on January 1, 2009, Weightless marked a significant moment for All Time Low as they transitioned from their breakthrough album So Wrong, It's Right. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the pop-punk scene, following up with an EP that showcased their evolving sound and lyrical maturity.

How many songs are on Weightless?

Weightless has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

Weightless

All Time Low · 2009

3 min · 1 track · pop rock

A buoyant blend of upbeat pop-punk melodies and earnest lyrics captures youthful optimism amidst uncertainty.

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Weightless (The Secret Handshake remix) — This remix reinterprets the original track's infectious energy, infusing it with electronic elements that enhance its danceable quality while maintaining the core message of resilience.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

42 /100

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Higher than 1% of albums we've rated

The song combines catchy melodies with relatable themes, appealing to its pop-punk audience.

What we noticed

The track features a steady mid-tempo beat with layered guitar riffs that create an uplifting atmosphere.
The song's structure follows a conventional verse-chorus format, making it accessible and radio-friendly.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — The song marked a key transition and solidified their commercial success post-breakthrough album.
Themes: post-recession uncertainty· danceable resilience
Career context: Released on January 1, 2009, Weightless marked a significant moment for All Time Low as they transitioned from their breakthrough album So Wrong, It's Right. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the pop-punk scene, following up with an EP that showcased their evolving sound and lyrical maturity.
Stylistic neighbors: Paramore· Panic! at the Disco· Fall Out Boy