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Norman Fucking Rockwell!

Lana Del Rey · 2019

68 min · 14 tracks · indie pop · indie rock · R&B

A cinematic blend of melancholic melodies and introspective lyrics that evoke a nostalgic American dream.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic reflections on lost dreams
  • wave-like pacing with emotional depth
  • introspective moments for late nights
  • cinematic soundscapes for daydreaming

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • seek straightforward, concise songs

Where this album fits

Themes
American dream disillusionment· California sunsets· nostalgic heartbreak
Career context
By the time 'Norman Fucking Rockwell!' was released in 2019, Lana Del Rey was already a well-established artist known for her unique sound and aesthetic. This album followed her critically acclaimed 'Lust for Life' (2017) and marked a significant maturation in her songwriting, showcasing deeper themes of love, disillusionment, and Americana.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Pure Comedy by Father John Misty — Explores similar themes of disillusionment and the American experience with lush, introspective arrangements.
Punisher by Phoebe Bridgers — Shares a melancholic atmosphere and emotional depth with evocative storytelling and sonic richness.
A Deeper Understanding by The War on Drugs — Combines cinematic soundscapes and themes of nostalgia, reflecting on the complexities of modern life.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Norman fucking Rockwell 4:08
  • 2 Mariners apartment complex 4:07
  • 3 Venice bitch 9:37
  • 4 Fuck it I love you 3:38
  • 5 Doin’ time 3:22
  • 6 Love song 3:49
  • 7 Cinnamon Girl 5:00
  • 8 How to disappear 3:48
  • 9 California 5:05
  • 10 The Next Best American Record 5:49
  • 11 The greatest 5:00
  • 12 Bartender 4:23
  • 13 Happiness is a butterfly 4:32
  • 14 hope is a dangerous thing for a woman like me to have – but I have it 5:58

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