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Nanobots

They Might Be Giants · 2013

45 min · 25 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · experimental rock

A quirky blend of short, punchy songs that showcase inventive wordplay and eclectic musical styles.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quirky humor in short bursts
  • playful experimentation with wordplay
  • ideal for casual listening
  • fragmented pacing keeps attention
  • for lighthearted gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, cohesive pieces
  • seek serious or somber tones

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2013, 'Nanobots' marks They Might Be Giants' 16th studio album, coming after their critically acclaimed children's album 'Here Comes Science' (2009). The band continued to evolve their sound while maintaining their signature playful approach, using the album as a means to explore themes of technology and humanity.
Stylistic neighbors
The B-52's· Weezer· OK Go

Tracklist

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

  • 1 You’re on Fire 2:41
  • 2 Nanobots 2:45
  • 3 Black Ops 3:11
  • 4 Lost My Mind 2:50
  • 5 Circular Karate Chop 2:56
  • 6 Call You Mom 3:06
  • 7 Tesla 2:04
  • 8 Sleep 0:42
  • 9 Stone Cold Coup d’Etat 2:57
  • 10 Sometimes a Lonely Way 2:40
  • 11 Destroy the Past 0:15
  • 12 9 Secret Steps 1:56
  • 13 Hive Mind 0:06
  • 14 Decision Makers 0:15
  • 15 Nouns 0:17
  • 16 There 0:09
  • 17 Insect Hospital 1:30
  • 18 Tick 0:11
  • 19 Replicant 2:55
  • 20 The Darlings of Lumberland 3:21
  • 21 Great 0:52
  • 22 Stuff Is Way 1:37
  • 23 Icky 2:32
  • 24 Too Tall Girl 2:34
  • 25 Didn’t Kill Me 0:31

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