Planet 42 cover

Released 24 years ago this June

Planet 42

Lauris Reiniks · 2002

43 min · 13 tracks · pop music

Bright melodies and infectious hooks define this pop album, capturing the essence of early 2000s Latvian music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
  • bright melodies for road trips
  • infectious hooks for gatherings
  • light-hearted vibes for afternoons

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer intense, fast-paced tracks
  • seek deep, introspective themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 5, 2002, 'Planet 42' marked Lauris Reiniks' debut album, introducing him to the Latvian pop scene. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from a budding artist into a recognized figure in Latvian music, building on his earlier success in talent competitions.
Stylistic neighbors
giorge mijael· RedOne· Michael Jackson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Go Girl 3:22
  • 2 I Wish I Knew 3:03
  • 3 My Memory Tape 2:54
  • 4 Never Tell You Whatever 3:10
  • 5 So Easy 3:09
  • 6 Calm Down 3:12
  • 7 Totally Broke 2:42
  • 8 My Problem 3:54
  • 9 Tell Me 4:00
  • 10 Try Baby 3:09
  • 11 Planet 4 2 2:53
  • 12 I Know You The Best 3:46
  • 13 Something 3:47

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