In the Mountain in the Cloud
Portugal. The Man · 2011
44 min · 11 tracks · pop music
A vibrant tapestry of melodic pop layered with psychedelic textures and introspective lyrics.
Why this album works
This album helped Portugal. The Man achieve significant commercial traction, peaking at No. 35 on the Billboard 200 chart. Its rich sound and thematic depth garnered positive reviews, with critics noting its influence on the evolving landscape of alternative pop music during the early 2010s.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments introspective lyrics for deep thoughts consistent flow for focused listening
- Context
- When 'In the Mountain in the Cloud' was released in 2011, Portugal. The Man was transitioning from their earlier indie roots into broader mainstream recognition. This album marked their major label debut, following a series of critically acclaimed independent releases that set the stage for their eventual commercial success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Katy Perry· Lady Gaga· Lana Del Rey· Miley Cyrus· Panic! at the Disco· Linkin Park· Pitbull· Taylor Swift
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 So American 3:36
- 2 Floating (Time Isn’t Working My Side) 3:36
- 3 Got It All (This Can’t Be Living Now) Standout 3:46
- 4 Senseless 3:26
- 5 Head Is a Flame (Cool With It) Standout 3:33
- 6 You Carried Us (Share With Me the Sun) 4:07
- 7 Everything You See (Kids Count Hallelujahs) Standout 4:15
- 8 All Your Light (Times Like These) 4:26
- 9 Once Was One 4:22
- 10 Share With Me the Sun 2:44
- 11 Sleep Forever 6:20
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