What makes Every You Every Me by Placebo notable?

The single reached number 4 on the UK Singles Chart and gained significant attention partly due to its feature in the film 'Cruel Intentions'. Its popularity helped solidify Placebo's reputation as key players in the late '90s alternative rock movement, influencing subsequent artists with their blend of glam rock aesthetics and introspective lyrics. Released on January 25, 1999, 'Every You Every Me' was Placebo's second major single following their breakthrough album 'Without You I'm Nothing'. The band was consolidating their place in the Britpop scene while expanding their sound with electronic influences, marking a significant step in their artistic evolution.

How many songs are on Every You Every Me?

Every You Every Me has 3 tracks, running approximately 19 minutes.

Every You Every Me

Placebo · 1999

19 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock

Gritty guitars and electronic textures intertwine with haunting vocals to create an immersive exploration of desire and heartbreak.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Every You Every Me (single mix) — This track serves as the album's centerpiece, showcasing the band's signature fusion of emotional vulnerability and sharp lyrical commentary, amplified by catchy hooks.
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Nancy Boy (Blue Amazon mix) — The extended remix of 'Nancy Boy' emphasizes the track's themes of desire and sexuality while incorporating a danceable beat, reflecting Placebo's genre-blending style.
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Every You Every Me (Infected by the Scourge of the Earth) — This version provides a darker, more atmospheric interpretation of the original, enhancing its emotional depth and showcasing the band's versatility in reimagining their work.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single showcases strong songwriting and production but lacks cohesion due to its varied mixes.

What we noticed

The title track features a prominent, repetitive guitar riff that drives the song's momentum while layered vocals create a haunting atmosphere.
The second track, 'Nancy Boy (Blue Amazon mix)', incorporates electronic beats and synths, contrasting with the rawness of the first track.
The final track presents a reimagined version of the title track, adding distortion and effects that shift its emotional tone.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This single helped solidify Placebo's reputation post their breakthrough album.
Themes: obsessive desire· glam rock provocations· heartbreak in neon· disillusioned intimacy
Career context: Released on January 25, 1999, 'Every You Every Me' was Placebo's second major single following their breakthrough album 'Without You I'm Nothing'. The band was consolidating their place in the Britpop scene while expanding their sound with electronic influences, marking a significant step in their artistic evolution.
Stylistic neighbors: The Cure· Interpol· My Chemical Romance