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Formed in Las Vegas, Nevada in 2008, Falling in Reverse came to life through the vision of lead vocalist Ronnie Radke, who had recently parted ways with Escape the Fate following a legal sentence. The early days of the band were marked by instability, both in lineup and direction, but Radke remained its constant force. Despite setbacks, the group quickly gained traction after Radke’s release from prison in 2010 and went on to sign with Epitaph Records. Within a year, they had recorded their debut album, The Drug in Me Is You, which was released in July 2011. The album landed at number 19 on the Billboard 200 and was eventually certified gold by the RIAA, signaling the start of a career that would consistently defy trends and expectations.
The group followed up with Fashionably Late in 2013, which incorporated a broader mix of styles, blending metalcore with rap and electronic influences. The album reached number 17 on the Billboard 200, further proving that Radke’s musical instincts, no matter how polarizing, struck a chord with a new generation of rock fans. Just Like You arrived in 2015 and felt like a return to the band’s earlier, heavier sound, connecting especially well with core fans. Coming Home, released in 2017, marked another shift—this time leaning into more atmospheric and introspective material that showed a different side of Radke’s songwriting.
In 2024, the band dropped its fifth studio album, Popular Monster, named after their successful single of the same title. That track, originally released in 2019, had already become a defining anthem, topping Billboard’s Hot Hard Rock Songs chart and further solidifying their presence in the metalcore and post-hardcore scenes. The band’s ability to produce viral singles throughout the streaming era—alongside their consistently evolving style—kept their fanbase growing, while also inviting critical discussions about genre fluidity in modern rock.
Over the years, Falling in Reverse has become known not just for their recordings, but for their commanding live performances and unpredictable energy onstage. While Radke remains the center of the band’s identity, other musicians like Derek Jones (guitarist, who tragically passed away in 2020), Christian Thompson, Tyler Burgess, Marc Okubo, and Luke Holland have played significant roles in shaping the sound and stage dynamics of the group. Despite multiple lineup changes, the band has maintained a level of cohesion that has allowed it to continually adapt and grow in both sound and impact.
Outside of music, Radke’s personal life and public persona have remained topics of both admiration and controversy. He’s one of the few artists in the genre willing to expose the messy, often painful aspects of fame and personal transformation, and his raw honesty has created a powerful connection with fans. His social media presence and candid interviews have often blurred the line between performer and individual, making Falling in Reverse not just a band, but a vehicle for unfiltered artistic expression.
The band’s accolades include several high-charting albums and singles, along with significant placements across rock and metal streaming playlists worldwide. Their willingness to embrace risk—whether through musical experimentation or confronting personal demons head-on—has earned them a fiercely loyal fanbase. For better or worse, Falling in Reverse has refused to play it safe, and that’s exactly why they’ve remained so vital in a scene where predictability is often the death knell.
Complete List Of Falling In Reverse Songs From A to Z
- All My Life – Popular Monster – 2024
- Alone – Fashionably Late – 2013
- Bad Girls Club – Fashionably Late – 2013
- Bad Guy – Popular Monster – 2024
- Bitter End, The – Just Like You – 2015
- Born to Lead – Fashionably Late – 2013
- Broken – Coming Home – 2017
- Brother – Just Like You – 2015
- Carry On – Coming Home – 2017 (B-side) / Non-album single (2020)
- Caught Like a Fly – The Drug in Me Is You – 2011
- Champion – Fashionably Late – 2013
- Chemical Prisoner – Just Like You – 2015
- Coming Home – Coming Home – 2017
- Departure, The – Coming Home – 2017
- Die for You – Just Like You – 2015
- Don’t Mess with Ouija Boards – The Drug in Me Is You – 2011
- Drifter – Fashionably Late – 2013
- Drug in Me Is Reimagined, The – Non-album single – 2020
- Drugs – Non-album single – 2019
- Fashionably Late – Fashionably Late – 2013
- Fu*k the Rest – Fashionably Late – 2013
- Fu*k You and All Your Friends – Coming Home – 2017
- Game Over – Fashionably Late – 2013
- Gangsta’s Paradise – Fashionably Late – 2013 (Re-issue bonus track) / Punk Goes 90s Vol. 2 – 2014
- Get Me Out – Just Like You – 2015
- God, If You Are Above… – Just Like You – 2015
- Goddamn – Fashionably Late – 2013 (Deluxe edition bonus track)
- Good Girls, Bad Guys – The Drug in Me Is You – 2011
- Goodbye Graceful – The Drug in Me Is You – 2011
- Guillotine IV (The Final Chapter) – Just Like You – 2015
- Hanging On – Coming Home – 2017
- I Don’t Mind – Coming Home – 2017
- I Hate Everyone – Coming Home – 2017
- I’m Bad at Life – Coming Home – 2017
- I’m Not a Hero – The Drug in Me Is You – 2011 (Vinyl bonus track)
- I’m Not a Vampire – The Drug in Me Is You – 2011
- I’m Not a Vampire (Revamped) – Non-album single – 2021
- It’s Over When It’s Over – Fashionably Late – 2013
- Just Like You – Just Like You – 2015
- Keep Holding On – Fashionably Late – 2013
- Last Resort (Reimagined) – Popular Monster – 2024
- Loser – Coming Home – 2017
- Losing My Life – Non-album single – 2018
- Losing My Mind – Non-album single – 2018
- My Apocalypse II – Just Like You – 2015 (Deluxe edition bonus track)
- My Heart’s to Blame – Just Like You – 2015
- No Fear – Popular Monster – 2024
- Paparazzi – Coming Home – 2017 (Deluxe edition bonus track)
- Pick Up the Phone – The Drug in Me Is You – 2011
- Popular Monster – Popular Monster – 2024
- Pray – Just Like You – 2015 (Deluxe edition bonus track)
- Prequel – Popular Monster – 2024
- Raised by Wolves – The Drug in Me Is You – 2011
- Right Now – Coming Home – 2017 (Deluxe edition bonus track)
- Rolling Stone – Fashionably Late – 2013
- Ronald – Popular Monster – 2024
- Self-Destruct Personality – Fashionably Late – 2013
- Sexy Drug – Just Like You – 2015
- She’s a Rebel – Fashionably Late – 2013 (Re-issue bonus track) / Kerrang! Does Green Day’s American Idiot – 2014
- Sink or Swim – The Drug in Me Is You – 2011
- Stay Away – Just Like You – 2015
- Straight to Hell – Coming Home – 2017
- Superhero – Coming Home – 2017
- The Drug in Me Is You – The Drug in Me Is You – 2011
- The Westerner – The Drug in Me Is You – 2011
- Tragic Magic – The Drug in Me Is You – 2011
- Trigger Warning – Popular Monster – 2024
- Voices in My Head – Popular Monster – 2024
- Wait and See – Just Like You – 2015
- Watch the World Burn – Popular Monster – 2024
- Where Have You Been – Fashionably Late – 2013 (Deluxe edition bonus track)
- You’re Something Else – The Drug in Me Is You – 2011 (Vinyl bonus track)
- Zombified – Popular Monster – 2024
Albums
The Drug in Me Is You (2011): 13 songs
Fashionably Late (2013): 16 songs
Just Like You (2015): 14 songs
Coming Home (2017): 14 songs
Popular Monster (2024): 11 songs
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Brian Kachejian
Brian Kachejian was born in Manhattan and raised in the Bronx. He is the founder and Editor in Chief of ClassicRockHistory.com. He has spent thirty years in the music business often working with many of the people who have appeared on this site. Brian Kachejian also holds B.A. and M.A. degrees from Stony Brook University along with New York State Public School Education Certifications in Music and Social Studies. Brian Kachejian is also an active member of the New York Press.