What does Make Yourself sound like?

A blend of introspective lyrics and diverse instrumentation anchors this dynamic alternative rock album. Rooted in alternative rock and funk metal. Start with "Privilege".

Is Make Yourself a good place to start with Incubus?

Yes, Make Yourself is recommended as a starting point for new Incubus listeners. A blend of introspective lyrics and diverse instrumentation anchors this dynamic alternative rock album. Released in January 1999, Make Yourself was Incubus's third studio album, following their breakthrough with S.C.I.E.N.C.E. in 1997. This album marked a significant shift towards mainstream success, propelled by the hit singles 'Drive' and 'Stellar.' At this point in their career, Incubus began to define their sound beyond funk metal into a broader alternative rock palette.

Who is Make Yourself for?

Make Yourself works well if you're into steady mid-tempo flow throughout, restless energy for road trips and headphone detail hunting experience.

How many songs are on Make Yourself?

Make Yourself has 13 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Make Yourself

Incubus · 1999

48 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of introspective lyrics and diverse instrumentation anchors this dynamic alternative rock album.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Privilege Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Drive — This track showcases a softer side of Incubus with its contemplative lyrics and melodic structure, making it a standout hit that resonated widely.
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Stellar — With its ethereal chorus and romantic themes, this song epitomizes the band's ability to merge emotional depth with catchy hooks.
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Pardon Me — This track encapsulates the band's signature sound, blending aggressive guitar riffs with introspective lyrics about personal struggles and societal observations.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting and diverse instrumentation, though its pacing dips in the latter half.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo flow throughout
restless energy for road trips
headphone detail hunting experience
sing-along anthems for gatherings
cathartic release for frustration

Maybe skip if you

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek longer, sprawling compositions

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Established Incubus's reputation with major commercial success and hit singles.
Themes: late-night introspection· California youth culture· self-discovery journey
Moods: Energetic· Nostalgic
Career context: Released in January 1999, Make Yourself was Incubus's third studio album, following their breakthrough with S.C.I.E.N.C.E. in 1997. This album marked a significant shift towards mainstream success, propelled by the hit singles 'Drive' and 'Stellar.' At this point in their career, Incubus began to define their sound beyond funk metal into a broader alternative rock palette.
Stylistic neighbors: Deftones· Faith No More· Red Hot Chili Peppers