Play Dead
Björk · 1993
21 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock · electronic · avant-garde music
Ethereal instrumentation intertwines with haunting vocals, evoking a dreamlike landscape of emotion and introspection.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting vocals with ethereal instrumentation
- dreamlike landscapes of emotion
- brief yet immersive listening experience
- introspective moments for quiet reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat party tracks
- prefer longer album formats
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1993, 'Play Dead' was Björk's first solo single following her departure from the Sugarcubes. This period marked her transition into a prominent solo artist, showcasing her distinctive sound that would define her solo career. The track also served as a precursor to her debut album 'Debut', released in 1993, which further established her artistic identity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Play Dead (Tim Simenon 7″ remix) 3:59
- 2 Play Dead (Tim Simenon orchestral mix) 4:01
- 3 Play Dead (Tim Simenon 12″ remix) 5:25
- 4 Play Dead (Tim Simenon instrumental) 3:59
- 5 End Titles / Play Dead (original film mix) 3:51
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