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God's Favorite Customer

Father John Misty · 2018

38 min · 10 tracks · indie rock

A reflective blend of melancholy and wit, capturing the complexities of love and existential dread.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • melancholic wit for thoughtful listeners
  • gradual emotional decline throughout
  • for late-night introspection

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2018, 'God's Favorite Customer' is Father John Misty's fourth album, arriving after the acclaimed 'Pure Comedy' (2017). This record marks a return to a more personal narrative style following his previous thematic exploration of societal issues. At this point in his career, he had solidified his artistic voice while grappling with fame and self-identity.
Stylistic neighbors
Sufjan Stevens· Fleet Foxes· Iron & Wine

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hangout at the Gallows 4:55
  • 2 Mr. Tillman 3:03
  • 3 Just Dumb Enough to Try 4:02
  • 4 Date Night 2:30
  • 5 Please Don’t Die 3:24
  • 6 The Palace 4:09
  • 7 Disappointing Diamonds Are the Rarest of Them All 2:23
  • 8 God's Favorite Customer 5:21
  • 9 The Songwriter 3:45
  • 10 We're Only People (And There's Not Much Anyone Can Do About That) 5:02

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