I Am Not a Dog on a Chain
Morrissey · 2020
49 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · indie pop · indie rock
A reflective blend of jangle pop and alternative rock, steeped in Morrissey's signature melancholy and biting wit.
Why this album works
This album debuted at number 4 on the UK Albums Chart, marking Morrissey's highest chart position since 2014. It also received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its musicality while others criticized its lyrical content amid ongoing debates surrounding the artist's public statements and political affiliations. The album's title track became particularly noteworthy for its reflection on personal freedom and societal expectations.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey biting wit with melancholic undertones thoughtful exploration of everyday life
- Context
- Released on March 20, 2020, 'I Am Not a Dog on a Chain' is Morrissey's twelfth studio album, following the politically charged 'Low in High School'. At this juncture, he was navigating a controversial public persona while continuing to explore themes of isolation and societal critique through his music. The album showcases a blend of introspection and social commentary characteristic of his later career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Robbie Williams· Radiohead· Muse· Manic Street Preachers· The Cure· Bryan Adams· Depeche Mode
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Jim Jim Falls 3:44
- 2 Love Is on Its Way Out Standout 3:14
- 3 Bobby, Don’t You Think They Know? 5:46
- 4 I Am Not a Dog on a Chain Standout 3:52
- 5 What Kind of People Live in These Houses? Standout 3:41
- 6 Knockabout World 3:25
- 7 Darling, I Hug a Pillow 4:47
- 8 Once I Saw the River Clean 4:19
- 9 The Truth About Ruth 3:45
- 10 The Secret of Music 7:52
- 11 My Hurling Days Are Done 5:01
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