Because We Hate You
The Young Fresh Fellows · 2001
87 min · 26 tracks · alternative rock
A raucous blend of garage rock energy and quirky, tongue-in-cheek lyrics that captures youthful rebellion.
Why this album works
The album garnered attention within the alternative rock scene, showcasing the band's ability to combine humor with social commentary. While it did not achieve mainstream chart success, its cult following has influenced subsequent indie rock acts who embrace similar playful approaches to songwriting.
- Best for
- quirky humor with youthful rebellion dynamic journey with playful twists short bursts of energetic fun
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'Because We Hate You' was The Young Fresh Fellows' fifth studio album, following their 1997 record 'Tolerate'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound while maintaining a loyal fanbase nurtured by their energetic live performances and distinctive songwriting style.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Barky’s Spiritual Store 1:42
- 2 Lonely Spartanburg Flower Store Standout 3:19
- 3 I Wonder What She’s Doing Tonite 2:50
- 4 For the Love of a Girl 2:54
- 5 Fuselage 3:16
- 6 My Drum Set 1:48
- 7 Worthless 4:04
- 8 She’s a Book 1:17
- 9 Good Times Rock ’n’ Roll Standout 3:12
- 10 Little Bell 2:36
- 11 Summerland 3:03
- 12 Mamie Dunn, Employee of the Month 2:25
- 13 Your Truth, Our Lies Standout 3:41
- 14 The Ballad of Only You and the Can Prevent Forest Fires 4:42
Disc 2
- 1 Great News Around You 4:24
- 2 Got You 3:50
- 3 Ghost Tarts of Stockholm 3:30
- 4 The Rifleman 3:52
- 5 You Don’t Mean It 3:14
- 6 A Thousand Years Away 3:06
- 7 The Amazing Dolphin Boy 2:41
- 8 Thirsty Bird 2:18
- 9 One Bar at a Time 2:58
- 10 John Barleycorn Must Live 4:46
- 11 Desperate for Someone 4:38
- 12 Your Day Will Come (Parts 1 & 2) 7:10
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