Obscurities
Stephin Merritt · 2011
38 min · 14 tracks · indie pop
A collection of whimsical yet melancholic indie pop songs that blend clever lyrics with Merritt's signature melodic charm.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rats in the Garbage of the Western World — This track features biting social commentary wrapped in a catchy melody, illustrating Merritt's knack for weaving humor into serious topics.
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Take Ecstasy With Me — A hauntingly beautiful piece that encapsulates longing and desire, showcasing Merritt's lyrical prowess and emotional depth.
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You Are Not My Mother and I Want to Go Home — This song stands out with its poignant exploration of familial relationships, delivered through Merritt's unique blend of wit and melancholy.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Forever and a Day 1:57
- 2 Rats in the Garbage of the Western World 2:16
- 3 I Don’t Believe You 3:06
- 4 Plant White Roses 3:29
- 5 Rot in the Sun 3:04
- 6 The Sun and the Sea and the Sky 2:10
- 7 Yet Another Girl 3:40
- 8 Scream (Till You Make the Scene) 3:03
- 9 The Song From Venus 2:26
- 10 Beach-A-Boop-Boop 1:39
- 11 When I’m Not Looking, You’re Not There 2:11
- 12 Take Ecstasy With Me 3:33
- 13 When You’re Young and in Love 2:51
- 14 You Are Not My Mother and I Want to Go Home 2:52
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