What makes Something Changed by Pulp notable?

This album is notable for its exploration of emotional themes within a pop context, which resonated with audiences and contributed to Pulp's lasting influence on indie rock. The lead single, Something Changed, achieved significant radio play and charted well in the UK, helping to reinforce Pulp's position as a leading act in the Britpop movement. Released in 1996, Something Changed was Pulp's fifth studio album, following their breakthrough record, Different Class. At this point, the band had solidified their status within the Britpop scene, building on the commercial success and critical acclaim they received from previous works.

How many songs are on Something Changed?

Something Changed has 4 tracks, running approximately 20 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Something Changed

Pulp · 1996

20 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock

A bittersweet blend of jangly guitars and evocative storytelling, capturing the complexities of love and longing.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Something Changed — The title track serves as a poignant reflection on unfulfilled love and missed opportunities, encapsulating the album's overall emotional tone.
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Mile End — This track blends darkly humorous lyrics with an infectious melody, showcasing Pulp's ability to mix wit and melancholy seamlessly.
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F.E.E.L.I.N.G.C.A.L.L.E.D.L.O.V.E. (The Moloko mix) — This remix elevates the original's themes of infatuation through pulsating beats and layered vocals, making it a standout reinterpretation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The record blends strong songwriting with varied arrangements but lacks cohesion due to its single format.

What we noticed

The lead track, 'Something Changed', features a steady mid-tempo rhythm with layered jangly guitars and introspective lyrics that set the emotional tone.
The two versions of 'F.E.E.L.I.N.G.C.A.L.L.E.D.L.O.V.E.' offer contrasting interpretations: one is a polished mix and the other captures a live performance energy.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Solid entry in Pulp's catalog that explores emotional themes but isn't widely recognized.
Themes: Mile End longing· fleeting love moments· Britpop nostalgia
Career context: Released in 1996, Something Changed was Pulp's fifth studio album, following their breakthrough record, Different Class. At this point, the band had solidified their status within the Britpop scene, building on the commercial success and critical acclaim they received from previous works.
Stylistic neighbors: Suede· Blur· The Auteurs