Infinity On High
by Fall Out Boy
  • Record Label: Island
  • Release Date: Feb 6, 2007
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7.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 223 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 159 out of 223
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 223
  3. Negative: 46 out of 223

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  1. saulcampion
    Oct 30, 2012
    9
    A major turning point in Fall Out Boy's work. The band has matured endlessly from From Under The Cork Tree, with the band's musicianship and Pete's lyrics better than ever, though the most noticeable difference at first being Patrick's voice. He sounds more like a soul singer now and the likeness to his whining on Evening Out With Your Girlfriend is practically non-existent. Fall Out BoyA major turning point in Fall Out Boy's work. The band has matured endlessly from From Under The Cork Tree, with the band's musicianship and Pete's lyrics better than ever, though the most noticeable difference at first being Patrick's voice. He sounds more like a soul singer now and the likeness to his whining on Evening Out With Your Girlfriend is practically non-existent. Fall Out Boy draw in a lot more influences here, mainly from hip-hop, as evident in the albums opening four songs, but also expand their instrumentation for much more powerful song-writing than the album's predecessor. Wentz's lyrics are a puzzle wrapped in an enigma but he genuinely does have a lot to say. 'This is a love song in my own way' Patrick croons during one of the albums most tender moments. Patrick has claimed that he had the most creative influence out of the four on this album and from the result it's evident that's how it should always be. The man's a genius. The album's first seven songs are easily enjoyable and the second half takes the band's sound in an interesting and awesome new direction. There's still enough on here to please old fan's though - the Cork Tree reminiscent The Carpal Tunnel Of Love springs to mind, and not too much of a departure to completely alienate listeners. And one of the albums best songs comes in the bonus track G.I.N.A.S.F.S (gay is not a synonym for **** for anyone searching the internet in dismay)
    Innovative with big hooks and one of the years most essential albums.

    Standout tracks: "The Take Over, the Breaks Over", This Ain't A Scene, It's An Arms Race, Golden, Thnks Fr Th Mmrs, The (After) Life Of The Party, You're Crashing But You're No Wave, I've Got All This Ringing in My Ears and None on My Fingers    … Expand
  2. darianb1031
    Jan 2, 2014
    9
    I never quite understood the hate for this album. I am proud to say that this is by far my favorite Fall Out Boy album, and maybe even one of my favorite albums of all time. Sure, it's a different sound than the normal Fall Out Boy, but it shows that Fall Out Boy are capable of change. From the anthemic opener "Thriller" to the amazing final two tracks "You're Crashing, But You're No Wave"I never quite understood the hate for this album. I am proud to say that this is by far my favorite Fall Out Boy album, and maybe even one of my favorite albums of all time. Sure, it's a different sound than the normal Fall Out Boy, but it shows that Fall Out Boy are capable of change. From the anthemic opener "Thriller" to the amazing final two tracks "You're Crashing, But You're No Wave" and "I've Got All This Ringing in My Ears and None on My Fingers", this album always keeps me thoroughly entertained from beginning to end.… Expand
  3. le_one
    Jun 4, 2013
    7
    Some hit songs over here, some rock and roll songs over there. Get that and mix it with some experimental music ideas and you get Infinity On High. A mix of the band's rock and roll with external elements, such as R&B and, believe it or not, "Hum Hallelujah" sounds very... well similar to its title in some parts. "Fame Infamy" and "Thriller" are the highlights among the rocking tunes hereSome hit songs over here, some rock and roll songs over there. Get that and mix it with some experimental music ideas and you get Infinity On High. A mix of the band's rock and roll with external elements, such as R&B and, believe it or not, "Hum Hallelujah" sounds very... well similar to its title in some parts. "Fame Infamy" and "Thriller" are the highlights among the rocking tunes here and "Thnks fr th Mmrs", along with "The Take Over, The Breaks Over", "This Ain't a Scene, It's an Arms Race" and "I'm Like a Lawyer With the Way I'm Always Trying to Get You Off" are the absolute hits. Then you get the deep melodic "Golden" and the wonderful "The (After) Life of the Party" (another highlight) and you see that this album is very good. Some other tracks are good too but not that much. While everything seems okay, "The Carpal Tunnel of Love" is just a mess. Anyway, Infinity On High is worth checking out.… Expand
  4. axelkoch
    Oct 8, 2012
    7
    They got observably better towards their predecessor. Yet they forgot the killer song in here. But it's a nice LP with a bunch of rememberable party songs in it.
  5. TheWalrus2000
    Mar 7, 2013
    9
    With pure fun of songs, the follow-up to From Under The Cork Tree brings songs that arent as good but still show amazing sound and awesome skill.
  6. bfoore90
    Oct 24, 2017
    8
    Obviously not nearly as good as "Under the Cork Tree" but this album had alot of catchy songs for their genre. "Thx 4 the Memories" "Arms Race" and "The Take Over, the Breaks Over" among the more catchier tunes.
  7. ericr
    Feb 19, 2007
    10
    One of the catchiest cd ever made.
  8. mariad
    Feb 20, 2007
    10
    mind blowing lyrics and a much more melodious sound than the other albums. it's perfect and well worth listening to
  9. SteveB
    Feb 7, 2007
    7
    Stump can still write catchy hooks, Wentz still pens navel-gazing lyrics. Some very infectious songs on yet another moderately strong FOB album.
  10. Logan
    Mar 6, 2007
    9
    This is, by far, the best Fall Out Boy album out there! The songs are excellent, both the ones that you hear every day on the raio and the ones on there that you don't hear so often.
  11. Forx
    Mar 9, 2007
    10
    An Awesome album. The best your going to get this year, most probably. Definitely full marks.
  12. panda
    Mar 9, 2007
    10
    Any one who is ignorant enough to not get the the fact the band grew up and oh well if they might sound slightly familiar grow the fuck up because this bands sound hasnt really changed since evening out... yea they matured a little bit but get over it. overall i though this cd was amazing it was everything i expected and more from this band
  13. ZoeeS.
    Apr 1, 2007
    10
    you guys rock !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  14. patrickD
    Jun 7, 2007
    9
    i'velistened to this album and i'mm still not bored every song on this album rockz (even though this album is mostly pop) except your crashing but you're no wave that song sucks must listen songs= thriller, the take over the brake's over this ain't a scene its an arms rae,i'mlike a lawyer, hum hallelujah, don't you know who i think i am,thnks fr th mmrs, i'velistened to this album and i'mm still not bored every song on this album rockz (even though this album is mostly pop) except your crashing but you're no wave that song sucks must listen songs= thriller, the take over the brake's over this ain't a scene its an arms rae,i'mlike a lawyer, hum hallelujah, don't you know who i think i am,thnks fr th mmrs, carpal tunnel of love… Expand
  15. SamW
    Oct 1, 2008
    10
    The Best Album Ever Made So Far!....But that might change when Folie A Deux is released.
  16. CharlotteJ.
    Aug 4, 2008
    10
    This is my favourite album ever. Each song is great in its own way. They haven't "sold out". They have experience and the confidence that their fans give them, so have stepped it up.
  17. EmilyR
    Sep 10, 2008
    7
    Definitely not their best, but has some catchy tunes.
  18. ChrisS
    Feb 19, 2007
    9
    Fall Out Boy are more talented than most pop/punk/emo acts out there today. To give them a lot of credit is shakey at this point, but Infinity On High proves that hooks and hard rock can coincide peacefully and with great appeal. The Jay-Z cameo on the opening "Thriller" is just a riot. Infinity trumps the band's previous From Under The Cork Tree by far. "I'm Like A Lawyer" and Fall Out Boy are more talented than most pop/punk/emo acts out there today. To give them a lot of credit is shakey at this point, but Infinity On High proves that hooks and hard rock can coincide peacefully and with great appeal. The Jay-Z cameo on the opening "Thriller" is just a riot. Infinity trumps the band's previous From Under The Cork Tree by far. "I'm Like A Lawyer" and "THNKS Fr THE MMRS" are explosive hits waiting to shatter the charts, and really shine the creativity and craftiness of Fall Out Boy.… Expand
  19. BorisG
    Feb 22, 2007
    9
    Two of the songs get annoying, and one has 15 seconds of unnecessary screaming. But the rest of the CD is amazing, i can listen to it over and over and not get tired of it, theres variety but without it being too out there. The CD title fits, as the CD will have you energized on high.
  20. CinloyKko
    Feb 25, 2007
    10
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  21. MCOtaku
    Feb 6, 2007
    10
    Emo delight!
  22. tomj
    Feb 6, 2007
    10
    this cd is the baaaw of the sheep!
  23. LauriL
    Feb 7, 2007
    9
    Good album that gets better after every listen. Vocal melodies just nail it all. I can't wait to see FOB and party out live. I feel that the band is doing it's own thing. Comparisons to My Chemical Romance boggle me, MCR is quite overrated by critics.
  24. ShawnM
    Feb 7, 2007
    10
    I think Pete Wentz and Patrick Stump might be geniuses, or a genius collectively. This album is amazing from start to finish - the best album this year, so far. I know, I know, we're only a month in, but c'mon. OK, best album since MCR for me. Best tracks: Thriller, This Ain't a Scene, It's an Arms Race, I'm Like a Lawyer With the Way I'm Always Trying To Get I think Pete Wentz and Patrick Stump might be geniuses, or a genius collectively. This album is amazing from start to finish - the best album this year, so far. I know, I know, we're only a month in, but c'mon. OK, best album since MCR for me. Best tracks: Thriller, This Ain't a Scene, It's an Arms Race, I'm Like a Lawyer With the Way I'm Always Trying To Get You Off, Thnks Fr Th Mmrs, and I've Got All This Ringing In My Ears And None On My Fingers (which sounds mostly like it was ripped right out of the seventies). But they're all excellent. It's good to see a band that was so successful (especially financially) willing to adjust their music to what they want to write, rather than write for the mindless masses. I commend them all.… Expand
  25. ChristianV
    Feb 8, 2007
    9
    Its ok, ive just got it yesterday and i havent heard it very well, but its ok.
  26. ChadD
    Feb 9, 2007
    9
    I was surprised with this album, and luckily I don't listen to the radio. FOB continues to evolve but keep it's core fan base along with them. I'm happy to continue the ride.
  27. ChelseaR
    Mar 30, 2007
    9
    I love the new album, and i support FOB completely. Poor Patrick has some weak points in the CD, but you have to give him credit. With all of the high standards in music now, you have to work your ass off to work to a satisfactory point. This can make you or break you. Unfortunately, they didn't do too well this time around. Everyones being a critic, bashing them for a bad round. I love the new album, and i support FOB completely. Poor Patrick has some weak points in the CD, but you have to give him credit. With all of the high standards in music now, you have to work your ass off to work to a satisfactory point. This can make you or break you. Unfortunately, they didn't do too well this time around. Everyones being a critic, bashing them for a bad round. Suck it up, take what you get. Not every hit's gonna be a fuckin' homerun. In my opinion, they got an easy double.… Expand
  28. indiyadaddy
    Mar 5, 2007
    8
    i'm an african american & i frikkin love fall out boy. last album was amazing (still listen to it to this day) & infinity on high matches up. pretty good cd. i enjoy it & listen just about everyday. i hate the frikkin single, but everything else is pretty good. you MUST GO & GET INFINITY ON HIGH! i got 2 copies. haha :)
  29. SauloP
    Apr 9, 2007
    7
    the album is catchy, with good tracks, but the addicting style and guitar beats are gone, wich leaves the band with nothing but the great voice of Patrick Stump
  30. joanthans.
    Jun 20, 2007
    9
    I agree with chameleon p-- most people who are insulting the album are either giving it bad marks because they just don't like the people in the band, or aren't fans of this style of music, so if you don't like the style of music, of course you aren't going to like the album. And all you people who think they sold out since "Evening Out With Your Girlfriend", I agree with chameleon p-- most people who are insulting the album are either giving it bad marks because they just don't like the people in the band, or aren't fans of this style of music, so if you don't like the style of music, of course you aren't going to like the album. And all you people who think they sold out since "Evening Out With Your Girlfriend", you're wrong, because for one, everyone changes, it's absolutely inevitable, and they're still making music that they like and still pertains similar sounds to their other records, just less so as you compare it to "Evening" and "Take This...". And I think it's rather shallow for people to say anyone who likes this music to have no tastes whatsoever, or have a vapid mind. Everyone has different music tastes, and you have to respect that. I don't like bands like Slipknot or bands that don't do anything but scream and have indistinguishable guitar, but I'm not going to bash someone for liking that kind of music. Honestly, grow up. The other thing behind most people's low marks seems to be a misunderstanding of FOB's genre. They began as pop-punk, and now they're pop-rock. Which basically means this album has enough guitar to keep it from being completely pop, but not enough to make it fully rock. They're not emo either-- the lyrics are written with clever angst, but are not what defines emo. AND, they are not punk, or trying to be-- punk died long ago in the 90s, with the exception of punk bands FROM the 90s making music in the 00s. Now, and I do have to admit it's highly disappointing, we have a society infested with pop-punk scenesters, but that does not mean some of those bands don't make good music. It's the ones jumping on the bandwagon that are annoying. And the reason people in the reviews call these guys rock most likely comes from most of these people probably being those Top 40 listeners, who never get doses of what real rock is. All being said, I do like the album, though it took a few listens through to get adjusted to the poppier sound that had been introduced in "FUTCT". I don't give it a 10 because I recoginize they are not perfect, and most bands aren't. And taking into account that the technical music talent in the band isn't very good (why did Pete Wentz need a sub guitarist for the "solo" in "The Take Overs...", especially when it was only a few notes with (probably) some whammy bar work in there). But I also tend to like most music I listen to if I give it a chance, and I don't care what others say, I love the music in the album. Some lyrics are vapid, and appear in nonsensical order, but other lyrics are oft clever in the subtle conveyence of angst without being generic-- Pete Wentz IS a good lyricist people-- such as "you know the best way to get through with hearts and wrists intact", and in addressing their love for the hardcore fans, not the poseurs, "Make us poster boys for your scene but we are not making an acceptance speech", "Crowds are won and lost and won again but our hearts beat for the diehards", and "This bandwagon's full please, catch another". So whatever opinion you may have, you are welcome to it, but keep in mind that everyone has different tastes, and that people aren't always going to agree about things such as music. But I also think that they deseerve some respect for the fact that they make it clear they don't give a f*ck about the fans who are just jumping on the bandwagon, and that even if their sound changes some, they live for the die hard fans, and there are very few bands out there who you can say do that in their songs. Listen, then judje, and just know everyone is different, respect it and grow up.… Expand
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75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. AllMusic
    70
    For a band that was once so self-assured and able to utilize its talents so compellingly, the album is regrettably haphazard.
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  2. Alternative Press
    80
    Some of the band's most gut-wrenching and powerful melodies to date. [Mar 2007, p.133]
  3. Entertainment Weekly
    91
    Lo and behold, it turns out these pasty emo boys are a pretty great blue-eyed soul band.
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