Document - 25th Anniversary Edition
R.E.M. · 2012
67 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock
A fusion of jangly guitars and politically charged lyrics punctuated by anthemic choruses and a sense of urgency.
Top tracks — play these first
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It's the End of the World as We Know It (and I Feel Fine) — The song's rapid-fire lyrics blend a sense of chaos with an infectious energy, making it a defining anthem of resilience and optimism amid uncertainty.
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The One I Love — This track stands out for its haunting melody juxtaposed with lyrics that explore themes of love and emotional distance, marking a high point in R.E.M.'s lyrical depth.
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Finest Worksong — With its driving rhythm and call-to-action lyrics, this song encapsulates the spirit of activism that permeated much of R.E.M.'s work during this era.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with energetic peaks
- engaging anthems for group sing-alongs
- politically charged lyrical reflections
- for nostalgic road trips
- vibrant mix for active listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike politically themed content
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2012, the '25th Anniversary Edition' of R.E.M.'s 'Document' arrives during the band's later years, following their breakup in 2011. The original album, released in 1987, marked their commercial breakthrough, showcasing a shift toward more accessible songwriting while retaining their signature alternative rock sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The B-52's· The Smiths· Pixies
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Finest Worksong 3:50
- 2 Welcome to the Occupation 2:48
- 3 Exhuming McCarthy 3:21
- 4 Disturbance at the Heron House 3:34
- 5 Strange 2:33
- 6 It’s the End of the World as We Know It (and I Feel Fine) 4:06
- 7 The One I Love 3:17
- 8 Fireplace 3:24
- 9 Lightnin’ Hopkins 3:21
- 10 King of Birds 4:10
- 11 Oddfellows Local 151 5:22
- 12 Finest Worksong (other mix) 3:47
- 13 Last Date 2:16
- 14 The One I Love (live) 4:06
- 15 Time After Time Etc. (live) 8:22
- 16 Disturbance at the Heron House (live) 3:26
- 17 Finest Worksong (lengthy club mix) 5:52
Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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