Top tracks — play these first
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Driven Out — This track exemplifies the album's thematic depth, blending poignant lyrics about isolation with a driving beat that encapsulates the tension of urban life.
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Calm Animals — The title track stands out for its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, serving as a reflective centerpiece that encapsulates the album's overall mood.
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World Weary — This song features evocative imagery and explores themes of fatigue and disillusionment, making it a powerful commentary on societal pressures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- atmospheric soundscapes for reflection
- short tracks for quick engagement
- introspective lyrics for deep thought
- uplifting melodies for mood elevation
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefer long, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1988, Calm Animals marked The Fixx's fourth studio album during a phase of transition following their earlier commercial success with Reach the Beach. At this point, the band was striving to redefine their sound and deepen their lyrical themes, moving away from pure new wave pop into more introspective territory.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Talk Talk· A Flock of Seagulls· Duran Duran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I'm Life 3:19
- 2 Driven Out 3:59
- 3 Subterranean 3:46
- 4 Precious Stone 3:11
- 5 Gypsy Feet 4:02
- 6 Calm Animals 4:14
- 7 Shred of Evidence 3:42
- 8 The Flow 3:02
- 9 World Weary 4:39
- 10 Cause to Be Alarmed 3:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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