What makes Maybe You've Been Brainwashed Too by New Radicals notable?

The album gained notable commercial success, reaching number 41 on the Billboard 200 chart and spawning the hit single 'You Get What You Give,' which peaked at number 36 on the Hot 100. Its critical reception highlighted its commentary on societal issues and personal disillusionment, influencing a wave of late '90s alternative pop-rock. Released in January 1998, Maybe You've Been Brainwashed Too was the debut album for New Radicals, marking a significant entry into the music scene. The band's frontman, Gregg Alexander, had previously been a songwriter for other artists but transitioned to fronting his own project, capturing attention with this release that showcased his unique style and lyrical depth.

How many songs are on Maybe You've Been Brainwashed Too?

Maybe You've Been Brainwashed Too has 12 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Maybe You've Been Brainwashed Too

New Radicals · 1998

54 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

A vibrant blend of alternative rock and jazzy inflections, layered with introspective lyrics and infectious hooks.

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Top tracks — play these first

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You Get What You Give — This track serves as an anthem of youthful disillusionment, blending catchy melodies with sharp social commentary about fame and integrity.
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Mother We Just Can't Get Enough — Opening with an exuberant energy, this song encapsulates the album's playful yet critical perspective on consumerism and emotional connection.
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Maybe You've Been Brainwashed Too — The title track delves into themes of self-awareness and societal conditioning, showcasing the band's ability to merge introspection with engaging soundscapes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album features strong hooks and introspective lyrics but lacks cohesion in its overall flow.

What we noticed

The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a more somber tone with slower pacing.
The lyrics often blend personal introspection with social commentary, particularly evident in the hit single 'You Get What You Give'.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

You Get What You Give

The verses address societal pressures directly while maintaining a hopeful chorus that encourages resilience against adversity.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Mother We Just Can't Get Enough 5:45
2 You Get What You Give 5:02
3 I Hope I Didn't Just Give Away the Ending 6:37
4 I Don't Wanna Die Anymore 4:16
5 Jehovah Made This Whole Joint for You 4:11
6 Someday We'll Know 3:37
7 Maybe You've Been Brainwashed Too 5:20
8 In Need of a Miracle 3:43
9 Gotta Stay High 3:05
10 Technicolor Lover 3:43
11 Flowers 3:51
12 Crying Like a Church on Monday 5:02

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