21st Century Breakdown was released on May 15, 2009. Armstong says the album is "a snapshot of the era in which we live as we question and try to make sense of the selfish manipulation going on around us, whether it be the government, religion, media or frankly any form of authority".
It was awarded the Grammy Award for Best Rock Album at the 52nd Grammy Awards. 21st Century Breakdown sold over 5 million copies worldwide.
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