Released 20 years ago
Greenland
Cracker · 2006
63 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A blend of alt-rock melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in a diverse sonic landscape that balances warmth and melancholy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Something You Ain't Got — This opening track encapsulates the album's themes of longing and desire, setting an engaging tone with its catchy hooks and strong lyrical content.
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Fluffy Lucy — With its playful yet poignant lyrics, this track stands out for its storytelling and showcases the band's knack for blending humor with emotion.
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Better Times Are Coming Our Way — The hopeful message paired with an infectious melody makes this track a standout anthem of resilience that resonates throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends alt-rock melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid craftsmanship but lacking standout moments.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied rhythms and instrumentation.
- Several tracks incorporate layered guitar textures that create a rich sonic backdrop, particularly in 'Fluffy Lucy' and 'Minotaur'.
- The lyrics often reflect personal introspection and storytelling, with recurring themes of nostalgia and relationships throughout multiple songs.
- 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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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- reflective moments of nostalgia
- gradual build to emotional climax
- for late-night drives
- melodic hooks for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
- want instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 6, 2006, Greenland marked Cracker's sixth studio album at a time when they were navigating the post-90s alternative rock landscape. This album followed their 2002 release, Forever, which had seen the band experimenting with different sounds while maintaining their core identity. By this point, Cracker was solidifying their legacy as a staple in American rock music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Counting Crows· Gin Blossoms· Toad the Wet Sprocket
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Something You Ain't Got 5:17
- 2 Maggie 3:43
- 3 Where Have Those Days Gone 4:12
- 4 Fluffy Lucy 3:24
- 5 The Riverside 4:21
- 6 Gimme One More Chance 4:14
- 7 I'm So Glad She Ain't Never Coming Back 1:54
- 8 Sidi Ifni 6:05
- 9 I Need Better Friends 3:49
- 10 Minotaur 4:27
- 11 Night Falls 5:24
- 12 Better Times Are Coming Our Way 5:01
- 13 Everybody Gets One for Free 6:43
- 14 Darling We're Out of Time 4:36
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