About this album

Sound: "Raw emotionality meets powerful guitar riffs in a cathartic embrace of post-grunge angst."

Where they were

Released on July 22, 2003, this self-titled debut album marked Three Days Grace's entrance into the music scene. At this point, the band was relatively unknown, having formed only a few years prior and just beginning to establish their identity within the alternative rock and post-grunge genres.

Why it matters

The album achieved significant commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Alternative Albums chart and being certified multi-platinum. Its lead single, 'I Hate Everything About You', became a defining anthem of the early 2000s rock scene, resonating deeply with listeners and influencing subsequent alternative rock bands.

Essential tracks

  • "I Hate Everything About You" — This track encapsulates the band's signature sound and lyrical themes of conflict and emotional turmoil, making it an anthem for many fans.
  • "Just Like You" — 'Just Like You' showcases the band's ability to blend catchy hooks with heavy instrumentation, reinforcing their appeal in the alternative rock landscape.
  • "Home" — 'Home' dives into themes of longing and belonging, perfectly illustrating the album's emotional depth and connecting with listeners on a personal level.

Release Date

July 22, 2003

Artist Origin

Canada

Tracklist

  1. 1 Burn 4:27
  2. 2 Just Like You 3:08
  3. 3 I Hate Everything About You 3:51
  4. 4 Home 4:21
  5. 5 Scared 3:13
  6. 6 Let You Down 3:47
  7. 7 Now or Never 2:59
  8. 8 Born Like This 3:33
  9. 9 Drown 3:28
  10. 10 Wake Up 3:25
  11. 11 Take Me Under 4:20
  12. 12 Overrated 3:32