The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: 
A few thoughts on Good Charlotte
Compiled by Amanda and Sarah

Over the past few months, the fans have watched as Good Charlotte rose to fame and fortune,  and then transformed from the punk rebels of 'Little Things' in to exactly what they hated. It's time to face it, kiddies: Good Charlotte has lost sight of what they once stood for.

For three years we were loyal fans, refusing to believe that our boys would ever turn into mainstream pop. But, that's just what they did. Instead of becoming an uncategorizable band that pushes limits, they've become a washed out "punk" side-show, and the only mark they've made is being responsible (along with Avril) for the punk fad that has this society stuck in it's iron grip. 

Enter into evidence article one: Made and Level 27

Even though we love them, the clothing lines have become inexcusable. I myself have a Made sweatshirt, so don't get me wrong. When the clothes first came out, I thought, "Cool, I can dress like Joel." But having your own clothing line doesn't give you the right to become a walking billboard of bad taste. I'm going to have a heart attack when Joel wears something besides Made.

Enter into evidence article two: The hair

It used to be all about a statement: I don't give a damn! Until they were noticed for that statement, and then it became a symbol, such as Benji's liberty spikes. Now it just screams "Look at me! Look at me!", and there is no other point.

Enter into evidence article three: The stolen music

The most irritating and insincere form of flattery is an unaccredited one, which is exactly what happened in the case of 'Day That I Die' off of the Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous album. The melody originated from the 1990 release of 'Ball and Chain' by Social Distortion. To hear it, click 'Ball and chain' or 'Day That I Die'.