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Actual Size

Mr. Big · 2001

56 min · 13 tracks · hard rock

Melodic hard rock infused with intricate guitar work and anthemic choruses reflecting resilience and introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • reflective and introspective moments
  • steady, consistent energy levels

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2001, 'Actual Size' was Mr. Big's fifth studio album and marked their return after a five-year hiatus following 'Hey Man' in 1996. This period saw the band adapting to changing musical landscapes while trying to recapture their earlier success, featuring new songwriting dynamics with contributions from all members.
Stylistic neighbors
Extreme· Toto· Aldo Nova

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Lost in America 4:56
  • 2 Wake Up 3:48
  • 3 Shine 3:46
  • 4 Arrow 3:46
  • 5 Mary Goes 'round 4:04
  • 6 Suffocation 4:46
  • 7 One World Away 4:09
  • 8 I Don't Want to Be Happy 4:54
  • 9 Crawl Over Me 5:12
  • 10 Cheap Little Thrill 3:15
  • 11 How Did I Give Myself Away 4:19
  • 12 Nothing Like It in the World 5:05
  • 13 Deep Dark Secret 4:38

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