What makes Songs About Leaving by Carissa's Wierd notable?

Songs About Leaving received critical acclaim for its honest and introspective songwriting, helping to define the early 2000s indie rock aesthetic. The album has influenced subsequent artists in the genre, contributing to a wave of lo-fi and emotionally charged music that followed. Released in 2002, Songs About Leaving was Carissa's Wierd's debut album, establishing their unique sound in the indie rock scene. The band had previously garnered attention through live performances but this album marked their first formal release, showcasing their blend of somber themes and delicate instrumentation.

How many songs are on Songs About Leaving?

Songs About Leaving has 12 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Songs About Leaving

Carissa's Wierd · 2002

44 min · 12 tracks · indie rock

Melancholic melodies intertwine with raw, confessional lyrics, creating an intimate atmosphere that resonates with feelings of loss and longing.

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September Come Take This Heart Away — This track stands out with its haunting melody and poignant lyrics about heartbreak, encapsulating the album's central themes of loss and yearning.
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They’ll Only Miss You When You Leave — The song's reflective nature and vivid imagery create a powerful exploration of regret and nostalgia, making it a key moment on the album.
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Low Budget Slow Motion Soundtrack Song for the Leaving Scene — As a closing track, it melds minimalist instrumentation with evocative lyrics, offering a fitting conclusion that resonates with the album’s overarching narrative of departure.

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Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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61 /100

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Higher than 71% of albums we've rated

The album's intimate songwriting and unique sound helped define early 2000s indie rock.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of soft, finger-picked guitar melodies that create a melancholic atmosphere throughout.
Vocals are often layered with harmonies that emphasize the confessional nature of the lyrics, enhancing the emotional impact.
Several tracks incorporate ambient soundscapes and minimalistic arrangements, allowing space for introspection.
The sequencing flows from more upbeat tracks to slower, more reflective pieces, creating a dynamic emotional arc.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 7/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

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.

Tracklist

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

1 You Should Be Hated Here 2:37
2 Silently Leaving the Room 3:19
3 So You Wanna Be a Superhero 3:39
4 September Come Take This Heart Away 6:28
5 Ignorant Piece of Shit 3:14
6 The Piano Song 2:03
7 They’ll Only Miss You When You Leave 4:46
8 A New Holiday (November 16th) 1:52
9 Farewell to All These Rotten Teeth 5:23
10 Sofisticated Fuck Princess Please Leave Me Alone 3:07
11 Low Budget Slow Motion Soundtrack Song for the Leaving Scene 5:16
12 (March 19th 1983) It Was Probably Green 2:53

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