Lucy
Candlebox · 1995
49 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · grunge
A gritty blend of post-grunge and alternative rock that captures raw emotional struggles and complex relationships.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing and flow
- Context
- Released on October 3, 1995, 'Lucy' is Candlebox's second studio album, following their self-titled debut which achieved commercial success. The band was navigating the pressures of fame while trying to define their sound amidst the grunge explosion of the early '90s.
- If you like
- alternative rock, hard rock, grunge
Lucy is an album by Candlebox, released in 1995. A gritty blend of post-grunge and alternative rock that captures raw emotional struggles and complex relationships. 'Lucy' peaked at number 29 on the Billboard 200 and solidified Candlebox's place in the post-grunge scene. The album received mixed reviews but helped maintain their presence during a time when many similar bands struggled to evolve musically. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Lucy sound like?
A gritty blend of post-grunge and alternative rock that captures raw emotional struggles and complex relationships. Rooted in alternative rock and hard rock.
What makes Lucy by Candlebox notable?
'Lucy' peaked at number 29 on the Billboard 200 and solidified Candlebox's place in the post-grunge scene. The album received mixed reviews but helped maintain their presence during a time when many similar bands struggled to evolve musically. Released on October 3, 1995, 'Lucy' is Candlebox's second studio album, following their self-titled debut which achieved commercial success. The band was navigating the pressures of fame while trying to define their sound amidst the grunge explosion of the early '90s.
Who is Lucy for?
Lucy works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing and flow.
How many songs are on Lucy?
Lucy has 12 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Simple Lessons 2:52
- 2 Drowned Standout 4:51
- 3 Lucy Standout 4:45
- 4 Best Friend 3:27
- 5 Become (To Tell) 3:36
- 6 Understanding Standout 4:48
- 7 Crooked Halo 4:02
- 8 Bothered 2:16
- 9 Butterfly 4:54
- 10 It’s Amazing 3:59
- 11 Vulgar Before Me 3:37
- 12 Butterfly (reprise) 6:14
Release Date
October 3, 1995
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
49 min 23 sec
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