Green Day-Insomniac

Even though the public was expecting moreo ut of this album than they got, I still think that it's pretty good. I don't exactly know what it has that Dookie doesn't but unfortunately the public thought that Dookie was better. It seemed that Green Day had a lot of pressure on them while making this album due to the unexpected high success of their previous album.

I didn't think it was bad at all. Green Day didn't change their style, they still sounded raw. I do think that this album is a bit harsher than some of their other ones. The lyrics some what have the same style as nimrod. but still carry Green Day's "I Don't Care", some what humorous attitude.

The Panic Song is a bit different from the rest of the album. It has a long intro so it starts to sound like an instrumental but then Billie's vocals are introduced and the song continues with the diverse beat.
Most of the songs are just like basic Green Day but they are all good. Geek Stink Breath is probably one of the most harshest sounding songs on the album but it's still great.

I think this really is a good album and it is kinda sad that it wasn't appreciated a lot. I do think that this album is more for a real Green Day fan though.

Best thing about the album: Variety
Worst thing about the album: Didn't sell well
Best song(s): Brat, Stuart And The Ave., Jaded
Worst song(s): *none* Armatage Shanks
The hits: Geek Stink Breath, Brainstew/Jaded, Walking Contradiction
You'll love Insomniac if you like: Other Green Day albums, Blink 182
Type of Music: Punk

Special Notes

• The lyrics are included in the CD booklet.

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