Top tracks — play these first
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Helpyourselfish — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of self-examination and social critique, blending catchy riffs with reflective lyrics that invite listeners to consider their own actions.
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Written In Water — This track stands out with its melodic hooks and poignant lyrics, reflecting on the transient nature of life and relationships, which adds emotional depth to the album.
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Prayin' to a God — Combining soaring vocals with a powerful chorus, this song highlights D-A-D's ability to blend hard rock with existential inquiry, making it a memorable standout on the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- introspective lyrics with humor
- consistent flow for focused listening
- great for reflective afternoons
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified D-A-D's identity and commercial success in Denmark.
- Career context
- Released in 1995, Helpyourselfish was D-A-D's fourth studio album, following the commercially successful Riskin' It All. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity within the hard rock scene while experimenting with lyrical depth and sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Quireboys· Guns N' Roses· Toto
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Time Swallows Time
The narrative shifts from a personal reflection to a broader commentary on life’s fleeting moments.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Reconstrucdead 4:15
- 2 Written In Water 4:24
- 3 Helpyourselfish 4:40
- 4 Soulbender 5:33
- 5 Unowned 4:16
- 6 Candid 3:19
- 7 Blood In/Out 3:15
- 8 Prayin' to a God 4:36
- 9 Naked (But Still Stripping) 4:43
- 10 Are We Alive Here??? 4:50
- 11 It'swhenit'swrongit'sright 2:43
- 12 Flat 4:33
- 13 Time Swallows Time 4:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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