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Hearts a Mess

Gotye · 2007

48 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with fragmented beats, creating a haunting exploration of emotional turbulence and introspection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Hearts a Mess — The title track serves as the emotional core of the album, showcasing Gotye's ability to combine poignant lyrics with rich, atmospheric instrumentation.
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    Hearts a Mess - Supermayer Supermess Mix — This remix exemplifies the album's experimental spirit, transforming the original into an expansive electronic experience while maintaining its emotional depth.
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    Hearts a Mess - Lull Mix — The Lull Mix reinterprets the track with a softer touch, highlighting the delicate nuances of Gotye's vocal delivery and melodic structure.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady exploration of melancholy
  • introspective listening for deep thoughts
  • immersive journey through emotion
  • for reflective evenings

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking upbeat party tracks
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 2007, 'Hearts a Mess' is Gotye's second studio album, following his debut 'Boardface' from 2003. At this point, Gotye was honing his distinctive sound, building on the experimental elements that would later define his breakthrough success with 'Making Mirrors' in 2011.
Stylistic neighbors
Kimbra· Sufjan Stevens· James Blake

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hearts a Mess 6:05
  • 2 Hearts a Mess - (radio mix) 3:32
  • 3 Hearts a Mess - Supermayer Supermess Mix 8:21
  • 4 Hearts a Mess - Lull Mix 7:41
  • 5 Hearts a Mess - Ocelot Mix 5:41
  • 6 Hearts a Mess - Dlake Electro-Baltimore (club mix) 5:25
  • 7 Hearts a Mess - Joe Hardy 3AM Mix 6:05
  • 8 Hearts a Mess - Duosseudo Mix 5:21

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