Out-of-State Plates
Fountains of Wayne · 2005
82 min · 30 tracks · alternative rock
A witty collection of power pop gems and playful storytelling wrapped in catchy melodies and sharp instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Maureen — This track encapsulates the band's signature storytelling style, weaving a tale of unrequited love with a catchy chorus that showcases both wit and emotion.
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California Sex Lawyer — The song cleverly satirizes the absurdities of modern relationships and legal issues, reflecting the band's knack for mixing humor with relatability.
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I Want an Alien for Christmas — This whimsical holiday tune stands out for its quirky premise and infectious melody, exemplifying the band's playful approach to songwriting.
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Trains and Boats and Planes — A thoughtful cover that showcases the band’s ability to reinterpret classic songs while maintaining their distinct sound, adding depth to the compilation.
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I Know You Well — With its introspective lyrics and melodic hooks, this track reflects on familiarity and longing, highlighting the emotional core often found in Fountains of Wayne's work.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- witty observations on everyday life
- short bursts of playful energy
- dynamic collection of varied tracks
- for casual listening sessions
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy immersive experiences
- dislike humorous and absurd themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Out-of-State Plates, released in 2005, is a compilation album that showcases Fountains of Wayne's journey since their 1996 self-titled debut. At this point in their career, they had solidified their reputation as clever songwriters with a knack for blending humor and relatable themes into their music, following their commercial success with the hit single 'Stacy's Mom' from 2003's Welcome Interstate Managers.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ben Folds Five· They Might Be Giants· The New Pornographers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Number 45 Sunblock 0:21
- 2 Maureen 3:13
- 3 California Sex Lawyer 2:59
- 4 Janice’s Party 2:45
- 5 Karpet King 4:05
- 6 Baby I’ve Changed 2:06
- 7 I Know You Well 3:25
- 8 You’re Just Never Satisfied 3:07
- 9 I’ll Do the Driving 3:23
- 10 Nightlight 3:02
- 11 I Want You Around 2:39
- 12 Trains and Boats and Planes 3:00
- 13 Places 1:39
- 14 Can’t Get It Out of My Head (live) 3:53
Disc 2
- 1 City Folk Morning 0:13
- 2 The Girl I Can’t Forget 3:24
- 3 …Baby One More Time 3:20
- 4 Elevator Up 4:10
- 5 Comedienne 3:39
- 6 Kid Gloves 3:30
- 7 Today’s Teardrops 2:07
- 8 She’s Got a Problem (live) 3:09
- 9 These Days 2:34
- 10 I Want an Alien for Christmas 2:19
- 11 The Man in the Santa Suit 2:40
- 12 Chanukah Under the Stars 0:15
- 13 Killermont Street 3:13
- 14 Half a Woman 2:49
- 15 Small Favors 2:59
- 16 Imperia 1:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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