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

Generally favorable reviews- based on 223 Ratings

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

Review this album

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. All_ButTrU4
    Aug 25, 2022
    0
    their lyrics are so ridiculously convoluted that it's clear they have little to say. It's easy to right a bunch of jabberwocky and claim to be smart . This is not a case of people misunderstanding their genius, they just make no coherent sense.
  2. NolanLundgaard
    Apr 11, 2020
    8
    Infinity On High by Fall Out Boy: 7.66

    Thriller: 0.75 “The Take Over, The Breaks Over”: 1 :) This Ain’t A Scene, It’s An Arms Race: 1 :) I’m Like A Lawyer With The Way I’m Always Trying To Get You Off (Me & You): 1 :) Hum Hallelujah: 1 Golden: 0.75 Thnks fr th Mmrs: 0.75 Don’t You Know Who I Think I Am?: 1 :) The (After) Life Of The Party: 0.75 The Carpal Tunnel Of Love: 0.5    Infinity On High by Fall Out Boy: 7.66

    Thriller: 0.75
    “The Take Over, The Breaks Over”: 1 :)
    This Ain’t A Scene, It’s An Arms Race: 1 :)
    I’m Like A Lawyer With The Way I’m Always Trying To Get You Off (Me & You): 1 :)
    Hum Hallelujah: 1
    Golden: 0.75
    Thnks fr th Mmrs: 0.75
    Don’t You Know Who I Think I Am?: 1 :)
    The (After) Life Of The Party: 0.75
    The Carpal Tunnel Of Love: 0.5
    Bang The Doldrums: 1 :)
    Fame < Infamy: 1 :)
    You’re Crashing, But You’re No Wave: 1 :)
    I’ve Got All This Ringing In My Ears And None On My Fingers: 0.5
    G.I.N.A.S.F.S.: 1 :)
    It’s Hard To Say “I Do”, When I Don’t: 1 :)

    14/16 = .875 -> 7.66

    I had an amazing time listening to Infinity On High, par for the course for Fall Out Boy. This is their third album, and while it isn’t quite as groundbreaking as their previous two releases, Infinity On High is still more than worth the listen. Thriller was a good and energetic song, but the timing is trippy at times and the singer is a bit hard to hear. “The Take Over, The Breaks Over” was a really awesome song, combining great lyrics to outstanding music. I liked the message behind This Ain’t A Scene, It’s An Arms Race, and it had some really good music as well. I felt the same way about I’m Like A Lawyer With The Way I’m Always Trying To Get You Off, as its lyrics and music were both very well executed. I wasn’t quite sure about the message behind Hum Hallelujah, though this was a minor issue as the music was insanely good and I didn’t have an enormous problem with the lyrics. Golden was a great acoustic song. It was kind of nice for Fall Out Boy to have this, as it shook things up from only being rock, plus the lyrics were exceptionally powerful, unusual for Fall Out Boy, whose strength lies in their music making skills most of the time. Thnks fr th Mmrs had some great music, though its lyrics were a little repetitive. Don’t You Know Who I Think I Am? would have been very hard to make any better: its music was upbeat and the lyrics were good. I couldn’t really understand the lyrics in The (After) Life Of The Party, though I liked the music in it, so I was fine with this minor issue. I wish I could say the same for The Carpal Tunnel Of Love, though. The music was okay, but I couldn’t understand the lyrics and I didn’t really like the portion of the song where Patrick Stump was yelling. Bang The Doldrums turned it right around after the mixed-feelings previous song, with awesome music married to great lyrics. Fame < Infamy instantly became one of my favorite songs after listening to it, as I loved its lyrics, as well as its fantastic music. The vocals in You’re Crashing, But You’re No Wave were especially good, and its music was awesome. I thought I’ve Got All This Ringing In My Ears And None On My Fingers was an okay song, but not quite as good as some of the others in this album. I really liked the message behind G.I.N.A.S.F.S., which was standing up for minorities. It’s Hard To Say “I Do”, When I Don’t was a great closer, and I thought the music was really fun, especially the drums-and-vocals-only part. In general, this is another successful album from Fall Out Boy. At times, the lyrics are hard to understand, but that fact is easily ignored because the music is so good in most of the album. The lyric writing was impressive for Fall Out Boy this time around, and I can tell a lot of time and energy went into creating Infinity On High. I would definitely recommend this album to all rock fans, and I’m excited to listen to Fall Out Boy’s next album. Highlights: “The Take Over, The Breaks Over”, 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, Hum Hallelujah, Don’t You Know Who I Think I Am?, Bang The Doldrums, Fame < Infamy, You’re Crashing, But You’re No Wave, G.I.N.A.S.F.S., and It’s Hard To Say “I Do”, When I Don’t.    … Expand
  3. Gamesearcher1
    Aug 29, 2019
    7
    While I’d call this the weakest link in the band’s 00’s discography, it surely is a great listen. It comes as no surprise that this is the most popular of the band’s first four for those who really enjoy their pop sound, as this does stray from the pop-punk sound of the previous album, to an even more accessible sound. While do enjoy those songs too, the true powerhouse of the album is theWhile I’d call this the weakest link in the band’s 00’s discography, it surely is a great listen. It comes as no surprise that this is the most popular of the band’s first four for those who really enjoy their pop sound, as this does stray from the pop-punk sound of the previous album, to an even more accessible sound. While do enjoy those songs too, the true powerhouse of the album is the second-half.
    Favourites: You’re Crashing, But You’re No Wave, The (After) Life of the Party, Fame < Infamy
    Least Favourites: Arms Race, Lawyer, Thnks fr th Mmrs    … Expand
  4. MysticManiac
    May 26, 2018
    6
    Overrated. Some good tracks here but overall this album doesn't do much. Some of the singles like Thnks fr th Mmrs, This Ain't a Scene It's an Arms Race and I'm Like a Lawyer, along with some deep cuts Bang the Doldrums and I've Got All This Ringing are the tracks I'd recommend from this release.
  5. HPFANBOY1237
    Nov 30, 2017
    9
    While not as good as "From Under the Cork Tree" or "Folie a Deux", Infinity on High is still damn good. This is one of the years when Fall Out Boy was at its peak and there's a good reason why just listen to the album, it's sooooo good. This album generates some of their biggest hits like, thnks fr th memories and This isn't a scene it's an arms race. Those are some of the best songs onWhile not as good as "From Under the Cork Tree" or "Folie a Deux", Infinity on High is still damn good. This is one of the years when Fall Out Boy was at its peak and there's a good reason why just listen to the album, it's sooooo good. This album generates some of their biggest hits like, thnks fr th memories and This isn't a scene it's an arms race. Those are some of the best songs on here. Listen to it. A… Expand
  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. Scratch
    Jan 23, 2017
    8
    As much as I am a fan of From Under the Cork Tree, and even though I admit that it made them what they are, it is Infinity on High that has put them in the spotlight. It is a great mix of pop, rock, and even a few experimental tunes here and there. They've melded these elements into a what seems to be a fantastic, though sometimes sloppy, foray into mainstream.
  8. ThatOneReviewa
    Oct 29, 2015
    8
    Infinity On High is the third studio album by Fall Out Boy. Throw pop, rock and roll, experimental music and R&B and this is what you get. "Thnks fr th Mmrs" and "This Ain't A Scene, It's An Arms Race" are the best tracks on the album and some of FOB's best work.
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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.
  12. 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
  13. 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.
  14. OrlandoM
    Aug 17, 2009
    10
    I liked this album simply because nobody but Fall Out Boy can create this awesomeness.
  15. DanielM
    Dec 19, 2008
    9
    This album has been sorely underrated. Sure, it's not the best album ever, but one of the best pop records of the decade. This album contrasts with From Under The Cork Tree in that that album was a broad stroke of very catchy pop music with little depth, and this album is a tight referendum on the state of music and pop culture, with equally catchy pop rock music. Credits to This album has been sorely underrated. Sure, it's not the best album ever, but one of the best pop records of the decade. This album contrasts with From Under The Cork Tree in that that album was a broad stroke of very catchy pop music with little depth, and this album is a tight referendum on the state of music and pop culture, with equally catchy pop rock music. Credits to Babyface, Neal Avron, and Butch Walker production, not to mention work from Patrick Stump. If this is not their magna opus, I can't wait to hear what is.… Expand
  16. SamW
    Oct 1, 2008
    10
    The Best Album Ever Made So Far!....But that might change when Folie A Deux is released.
  17. EmilyR
    Sep 10, 2008
    7
    Definitely not their best, but has some catchy tunes.
  18. 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.
  19. JoeR.
    Jul 15, 2008
    9
    This is a very solid album. This is the sort of thing bands can afford to do when they've become successful: explore from a musical perspective. Relatively creative album, somewhat like Sam's Town (though not quite as much, and not quite as good). Still a lot of fun to listen to; isn't that the most important thing?
  20. WesM.
    Jul 8, 2008
    8
    Considering most pop is infinitely better than the majority of self-righteous "underground" punk, metal, emo etc. acts, "selling out" (read: making tunes with hooks) is hardly a crime. That said; I'm less a FOB fan than I am an FOB apologist.
  21. SuleimanM
    Apr 5, 2008
    8
    Very nice album, Catchy tunes, and great voice by the lead singer. Overall, if you like rock, pop punk, give it a shot. Those who gave it a zero clearly haven't listened to it.
  22. FarranC
    Mar 15, 2008
    0
    i used to love fall out boy, i have all their albums, and i must say the first 3 are amazing, but it's clear in this record that they have sold out. in 1 word this album is shit!, what ever happened to make a band that used to rock hard into whiny little turds? this album is poor at best
  23. HeatherC.
    Dec 21, 2007
    8
    Eh... you stupid whiners who hate emo. Get offa here and go back to your indie stuff. Very creative and if not for Pete Wentz and his publicity whoreness, I would be obsessed with the band. Emo? I don't think so. Sure, the first half is all crap now due to MTV and the radio overplaying it (Thnks Fr Th Mmrs is NOT THAT GOOD), but the second half is gem. When at the end when that Eh... you stupid whiners who hate emo. Get offa here and go back to your indie stuff. Very creative and if not for Pete Wentz and his publicity whoreness, I would be obsessed with the band. Emo? I don't think so. Sure, the first half is all crap now due to MTV and the radio overplaying it (Thnks Fr Th Mmrs is NOT THAT GOOD), but the second half is gem. When at the end when that creepy voice says "Press repeat", you surely will.… Expand
  24. MauricioB.
    Oct 27, 2007
    1
    It sounds like a Hanna Montana sound if she very a men, also the songs are very similar, there aren´t hard work.
  25. KevinK
    Oct 26, 2007
    6
    I was all ready to say how Sell Out Boy sucks here. But then I came to a realization...they already sold out--last record. Since these guys have zero credibilty within the underground/rock scene anymore anyways, why not just judge it as a crappy pop album? As a pop album, it really isn't bad. It will get some time on the radio, and twelve year old girls will love it. Will anyone who I was all ready to say how Sell Out Boy sucks here. But then I came to a realization...they already sold out--last record. Since these guys have zero credibilty within the underground/rock scene anymore anyways, why not just judge it as a crappy pop album? As a pop album, it really isn't bad. It will get some time on the radio, and twelve year old girls will love it. Will anyone who really takes music seriously like their stuff anymore? NO. But in all seriousness, they aren't trying to be cutting-edge, or serious anymore. They care about selling records and making cookie-cutter pop albums. I really can't say I respect this stuff, but it will find an audience, and that's what they're going for. So, all in all, it's just another pop album.… Expand
  26. alexf
    Jul 25, 2007
    10
    I love this album so much! I love every song they are so creative.
  27. BernS
    Jul 16, 2007
    7
    The previous one was certainly better, but there are still some very good songs in there. I like it. Still wish I could have liked it more though.
  28. alig
    Jul 11, 2007
    10
    Fall out boy is definitely one of my favorite bands, if not my favorite, and their album Infinity on High really impressed me. I love these guys! This albums a hit!
  29. 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
  30. Anonymous
    Jun 18, 2007
    10
    These guys are amazing. This album is genius and is an follow up to cork tree. The whole album is great but Take over...,Thnks fr th mmrs, carpal tunnel..., don't you know..., and Hum hallelujah are all amazing. Athough out of those Thnks fr th mmrs is by far the best so if you only buy one song get that one.
prev
Page:

Awards & Rankings

19
#19 Most Discussed Album of 2007
30
#30 Most Shared Album of 2007

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
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.
    Read full review
  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.
    Read full review
See all critic reviews »