Released 23 years ago this October
Careful What You Wish For
Texas · 2003
42 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A blend of shimmering pop melodies and reflective lyrics, steeped in the duo's signature melodic charm.
Top tracks — play these first
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Telephone X — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious energy and catchy chorus, encapsulating the band's ability to blend pop sensibilities with rock elements.
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Broken — This song features heartfelt lyrics paired with an emotive vocal delivery that showcases the band's depth and vulnerability.
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Careful What You Wish For — The title track serves as a reflective centerpiece of the album, exploring themes of desire and caution through its poignant lyrics and melodic structure.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks a strong cohesive flow throughout.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective songs.
- Several tracks utilize layered vocal harmonies, creating a rich texture that enhances the melodic elements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journeys
- introspective listening experiences
- contemplative late-night vibes
- consistent emotional resonance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 20, 2003, Careful What You Wish For is Texas' fifth studio album, following the commercial success of their previous record, The Hush. At this point in their career, the band was navigating a changing musical landscape while still holding onto their established sound, which combined pop rock and alternative influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Corrs· Sheryl Crow· Dido
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Telephone X 3:43
- 2 Broken 3:28
- 3 Carnival Girl 4:04
- 4 I’ll See It Through 4:04
- 5 Where Did You Sleep? 4:02
- 6 And I Dream 3:57
- 7 Careful What You Wish For 3:31
- 8 Big Sleep 2:35
- 9 Under Your Skin 3:42
- 10 Carousel Dub 2:06
- 11 Place in My World 3:53
- 12 Another Day 3:42
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