Frontman Deryck Whibley took total creative control, serving as the primary writer, producer, and mixer. This led many critics at the time to view it as "the Deryck Whibley show".

: An anthem of rebellion and self-identification for "the underdog". "Walking Disaster"

marked a significant turning point for Sum 41. It was the band's first album recorded as a trio following the departure of lead guitarist Dave Baksh . While their previous record,