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Open Your Eyes

Goldfinger · 2002

48 min · 20 tracks · pop-punk ยท ska punk

Energetic pop-punk anthems collide with ska influences and socially conscious lyrics throughout this vibrant album.

Open Your Eyes is an album by Goldfinger, released in 2002. Energetic pop-punk anthems collide with ska influences and socially conscious lyrics throughout this vibrant album. 'Open Your Eyes' received critical acclaim for its catchy hooks and socio-political commentary, charting on the Billboard 200 and solidifying Goldfinger's influence within the pop-punk genre. The album's exploration of personal and social issues resonated with fans, helping to sustain their relevance during a time when many similar bands were struggling. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Open Your Eyes sound like?

Energetic pop-punk anthems collide with ska influences and socially conscious lyrics throughout this vibrant album. Rooted in pop-punk and ska punk.

What makes Open Your Eyes by Goldfinger notable?

'Open Your Eyes' received critical acclaim for its catchy hooks and socio-political commentary, charting on the Billboard 200 and solidifying Goldfinger's influence within the pop-punk genre. The album's exploration of personal and social issues resonated with fans, helping to sustain their relevance during a time when many similar bands were struggling. Released on May 7, 2002, 'Open Your Eyes' was Goldfinger's fourth studio album, following their 1996 breakthrough 'Hang-Ups'. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a transitional phase, aiming to solidify their place in the evolving pop-punk scene while experimenting with new sounds and lyrical themes.

How many songs are on Open Your Eyes?

Open Your Eyes has 20 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Tracklist

20 tracks·48:57

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Going Home 1:35
  • 2 Spokesman Standout 2:32
  • 3 Open Your Eyes Standout 2:46
  • 4 Decision 2:51
  • 5 Dad Standout 3:00
  • 6 Tell Me 2:14
  • 7 Liar 0:19
  • 8 January 3:42
  • 9 Happy 2:42
  • 10 Woodchuck 0:50
  • 11 It's Your Life 2:24
  • 12 Spank Bank 1:20
  • 13 Youth 2:29
  • 14 Radio 3:23
  • 15 FTN 2:01
  • 16 Prank Phone Calls 2:13
  • 17 Wayne Gretzky 1:42
  • 18 The Upper Hand 2:04
  • 19 Spokesman (Germish version) 6:58
  • 20 Sue 1:45

Release Date

May 7, 2002

Genre

pop-punk, ska punk

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

48 min 57 sec