Released 26 years ago this October
Scattered, Smothered and Covered
Hootie & the Blowfish · 2000
56 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock
An eclectic mix of heartfelt ballads and rootsy rock covers that showcase the band's signature sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Go Blind — This track stands out for its poignant lyrics about longing and loss, offering a deeper emotional resonance compared to other songs on the album.
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Before the Heartache Rolls In — The song captures a raw vulnerability, showcasing Darius Rucker's vocal strength and the band's ability to convey complex emotions through simple yet effective melodies.
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Hey Hey What Can I Do — As a cover of Led Zeppelin's classic, this track highlights the band's roots rock influence while introducing a fresh interpretation that showcases their musical versatility.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective moments for quiet evenings
- warm melodies for road trips
- gradual emotional builds throughout
- nostalgic covers with heartfelt delivery
- catchy sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike slower, reflective pacing
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 24, 2000, 'Scattered, Smothered and Covered' is Hootie & the Blowfish's first album of new material after their commercial peak in the mid-1990s. Following their massive success with 'Cracked Rear View,' this album marked a transition as the band explored more diverse influences while attempting to maintain their fan base.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Counting Crows· Gin Blossoms· Matchbox Twenty
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Before the Heartache Rolls In
The moment shifts from hopeful anticipation to a stark realization of impending sorrow as the narrator reflects on love's transient nature.
The shift in tone during this moment effectively contrasts idealism with reality, enhancing the emotional depth and maturity of the songwriting.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fine Line 3:32
- 2 I Go Blind 3:14
- 3 Almost Home 3:51
- 4 Hey Hey What Can I Do 3:52
- 5 Renaissance Eyes 5:04
- 6 Before the Heartache Rolls In 4:24
- 7 Araby 2:49
- 8 I'm Over You 4:18
- 9 Gravity of the Situation 4:36
- 10 I Hope That I Don't Fall in Love With You 2:58
- 11 Dream Baby 3:00
- 12 Driver 8 4:27
- 13 Let Me Be Your Man 3:04
- 14 Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want 1:50
- 15 Use Me 5:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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