Retired Boxer
Daniel Johnston · 1984
29 min · 9 tracks · indie rock · lo-fi · avant-pop
A raw and tender collection of lo-fi tunes that reflect vulnerability and heartfelt introspection.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, reflective listening sessions
- intimate, personal storytelling vibes
- gradual emotional exploration
- vulnerable and heartfelt moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in December 1984, 'Retired Boxer' was Daniel Johnston's third album. At this point in his career, Johnston had already begun to garner attention within the underground music scene, following the success of his previous albums 'Songs of Pain' and 'More Songs of Pain'. This release solidified his reputation as a significant voice in outsider music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jeff Mangum· Elliott Smith· The Mountain Goats
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I'll Do Anything but Break Dance for Ya, Darling 6:00
- 2 Bye Bye Barbie 1:17
- 3 Fighting With Myself 2:26
- 4 Too Young to Die 3:46
- 5 This Song 1:18
- 6 Feels Good 4:16
- 7 Oh No 3:57
- 8 Strange Boy 4:59
- 9 True Love Will Find You in the End 1:51
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