20 Amazing Songs That Clock In At Under 60 Seconds

3. The Descendents - "M-16"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4EVmwX1tC8 It turns out you can have a fast, loud, concise, AND tuneful punk song. Who knew? The Descendents did a lot for the hardcore punk movement, but they're greatest achievement was proving to a generation of kids obsessed with screaming vocals and loud guitars that punk music can also be melodic. Of course, the band had nothing against playing fast or playing brief, which they proved time and time again on their influential debut album. (All but one of the tracks stays under the 2 minute mark.)
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