Respect
Robyn Hitchcock · 1993
37 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock
A whimsical blend of alternative rock and surrealist lyrics that evoke both humor and melancholy.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its critical reception, particularly for showcasing Hitchcock's distinctive lyrical style that blends absurdity with poignant commentary. 'Respect' helped solidify his position within the alternative rock genre during the early 1990s, influencing a range of artists who admired his storytelling approach.
- Best for
- whimsical narratives with surreal twists steady mid-tempo reflective moments humorous yet melancholic undertones
- Context
- By the time 'Respect' was released in January 1993, Robyn Hitchcock had already established himself as a respected figure in the alternative rock scene, following his tenure with The Soft Boys in the late 1970s. This album came after his commercially successful project 'Eye,' marking a period where Hitchcock was exploring more eclectic sounds and themes in his solo career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Robbie Williams· Depeche Mode· Muse· Duran Duran· The Cure· Placebo· Bryan Adams· Manic Street Preachers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Yip Song 3:08
- 2 Arms of Love Standout 4:19
- 3 The Moon Inside 4:28
- 4 Railway Shoes 3:35
- 5 When I Was Dead 3:34
- 6 The Wreck of the Arthur Lee Standout 3:29
- 7 Driving Aloud (Radio Storm) Standout 3:59
- 8 Serpent at the Gates of Wisdom 4:09
- 9 Then You’re Dust 2:30
- 10 Wafflehead 4:03
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