Los Manlicious
Hawksley Workman · 2008
49 min · 13 tracks · pop rock
A vibrant mix of glam rock energy and introspective pop melodies, balancing playful lyrics with earnest emotion.
Top tracks — play these first
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When You Gonna Flower? — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its infectious melody and whimsical lyrics about longing and growth, encapsulating the record's playful spirit.
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Is This What You Call Love? — The song explores the complexities of love through a catchy chorus and layered instrumentation, highlighting Workman's lyrical wit and emotional depth.
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Lonely People — This track stands out with its poignant reflection on solitude, combining a haunting melody with insightful lyrics that resonate deeply in moments of introspection.
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Oh You Delicate Heart — As one of the album's more emotive pieces, it showcases Workman's vocal range and ability to convey vulnerability through heartfelt lyrics and lush arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful lyrics for lighthearted moments
- steady flow for casual listening
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- vibrant energy for uplifting vibes
- afternoon hangouts with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seeking intense emotional depth
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2008, Hawksley Workman released Los Manlicious as his sixth studio album, following the acclaimed Treeful of Starling. At this point in his career, Workman was solidifying his unique voice within the Canadian music scene, blending quirky storytelling with diverse musical influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· T. Rex· Queen
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Lonely People
A moment shifts from personal reflection to a broader commentary on isolation in society.
By expanding the narrative scope, this transition deepens the song's emotional impact while connecting personal experience to a collective feeling.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 When You Gonna Flower? 3:16
- 2 Is This What You Call Love? 3:20
- 3 Girls on Crutches 4:22
- 4 Kissing Girls (You Shouldn't Kiss) 4:12
- 5 It's a Drug 3:45
- 6 In My Blood 2:36
- 7 Lonely People 4:24
- 8 Piano Blink 3:20
- 9 The City Is a Drag 4:18
- 10 In the Bedroom in the Daytime 2:41
- 11 Prettier Face 3:59
- 12 Oh You Delicate Heart 5:03
- 13 Fatty Wants to Dance 4:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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