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Skittish / Rockity Roll

Mike Doughty

64 min · 23 tracks · alternative rock

A quirky blend of alternative rock and introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of late '90s indie music.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    27 Jennifers — This track features a playful narrative style that showcases Doughty's knack for storytelling while reflecting on themes of longing and identity.
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    Thank You, Lord, for Sending Me the F Train — A standout moment on the album, this song combines humor with vivid imagery, illustrating urban life through Doughty's unique lens.
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    The Only Answer — Opening both albums, this track encapsulates Doughty's lyrical wit and melodic sensibility, setting the tone for the explorative nature of the record.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • introspective lyrics for reflection
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • eclectic sounds for varied moods
  • for casual afternoon vibes

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking longer immersive experiences
  • prefer instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Skittish / Rockity Roll' was Mike Doughty's debut solo album after his time with Soul Coughing. This transition marked a significant shift in his career, allowing him to explore personal songwriting outside the band's eclectic sound. It laid the groundwork for his subsequent solo work and established his identity as a solo artist.
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Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 The Only Answer 2:08
  • 2 The Pink Life 2:58
  • 3 Real Love / It’s Only Life 3:10
  • 4 No Peace, Los Angeles 3:31
  • 5 Where Have You Gone? 3:12
  • 6 Thank You, Lord, for Sending Me the F Train 2:42
  • 7 Looks 2:56
  • 8 Shunned + Falsified 2:42
  • 9 All the Dirt 2:33
  • 10 Sweet Lord in Heaven 1:44
  • 11 Language Barrier 2:12
  • 12 Rising Sign 2:20

Disc 2

  • 1 Ways + Means 3:06
  • 2 27 Jennifers 2:49
  • 3 Down on the River by the Sugar Plant 3:07
  • 4 40 Grand in the Hole 2:15
  • 5 Ossining 2:37
  • 6 Cash Cow 3:25
  • 7 The Only Answer 2:32
  • 8 Move On (Bloom Like the Sunlight in My Song) 4:46
  • 9 I Failed to Use It 1:55
  • 10 Laundrytown 1:40
  • 11 Get Along 3:52

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