Fucking Smilers cover

Released 18 years ago this June

Fucking Smilers

Aimee Mann · 2008

45 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · new wave

Aimee Mann's sharp lyrical wit intertwines with melancholic melodies and intricate arrangements to create a reflective and engaging soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective vibes
  • sharp lyrical wit appreciation
  • melancholic melodies for introspection
  • engaging soundscape for focus

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Fucking Smilers' was released in 2008, Aimee Mann was solidifying her position as a respected singer-songwriter following her 2002 album 'Lost in Space'. This album marked her first release after a brief hiatus and showcased her continued evolution in songwriting, blending personal narratives with broader social commentary.
Stylistic neighbors
Natalie Merchant· Suzanne Vega· Shawn Colvin

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Freeway 3:50
  • 2 Stranger Into Starman 1:31
  • 3 Looking for Nothing 3:46
  • 4 Phoenix 3:56
  • 5 Borrowing Time 3:12
  • 6 It’s Over 3:58
  • 7 31 Today 4:52
  • 8 The Great Beyond 3:12
  • 9 Medicine Wheel 4:08
  • 10 Columbus Avenue 4:06
  • 11 Little Tornado 3:23
  • 12 True Believer 3:32
  • 13 Ballantines 2:21

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata