Growing up ain’t easy, but we all gotta do it. Luckily we have great music to get us through the trials and tribulations of coming of age. Join us as we discuss three albums that deal with the journey of youth to adulthood.

• Kendrick Lamar – Good Kid, M.A.A.D City (2012)
• Arcade Fire – The Suburbs (2010)
• Tears for Fears – Songs from the Big Chair (1985)

Other Diggins

• Lupe Fiasco – Samurai (2024)
• Primal Scream – Come Ahead (2024)
• Mogwai – The Bad Fire (January 24, 2025)
• Ben Folds  – Sleigher (2024)
• Tears for Fears – Songs for a Nervous Planet (2024)
• The Killers – Pressure Machine (2021)

What do you think of these records? What’s your favorite album about growing up? Let us know on our website, albumnerds.com or email us, podcast@albumnerds.com.

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Songs From The Episode