Strange Little Girls
Tori Amos · 2001
62 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · classical · art rock
A haunting exploration of identity, weaving intricate arrangements with Tori Amos's ethereal vocals and poignant storytelling.
Why this album works
- Best for
- haunting explorations of identity dynamic journey with varied intensity wave-like pacing with emotional depth
- Context
- Released on September 18, 2001, 'Strange Little Girls' is Tori Amos's fifth studio album, following her commercial success with 'From the Choirgirl Hotel' in 1998. At this point in her career, Amos was known for her unique blend of alternative rock and art pop, but this album marked a shift towards reinterpretation, as it features covers of songs originally performed by male artists.
- If you like
- alternative rock, classical, art rock
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Strange Little Girls is an album by Tori Amos, released in 2001. A haunting exploration of identity, weaving intricate arrangements with Tori Amos's ethereal vocals and poignant storytelling. 'Strange Little Girls' received critical acclaim for its bold artistic vision and thematic depth, charting at No. 7 on the Billboard 200. The album's approach to gender and identity sparked conversations about feminism in music, making it a notable entry in Amos's discography and an influential work in the early 2000s cultural landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Strange Little Girls sound like?
A haunting exploration of identity, weaving intricate arrangements with Tori Amos's ethereal vocals and poignant storytelling. Rooted in alternative rock and classical. Start with "New Age".
Is Strange Little Girls a good place to start with Tori Amos?
Yes, Strange Little Girls is recommended as a starting point for new Tori Amos listeners. A haunting exploration of identity, weaving intricate arrangements with Tori Amos's ethereal vocals and poignant storytelling. Released on September 18, 2001, 'Strange Little Girls' is Tori Amos's fifth studio album, following her commercial success with 'From the Choirgirl Hotel' in 1998. At this point in her career, Amos was known for her unique blend of alternative rock and art pop, but this album marked a shift towards reinterpretation, as it features covers of songs originally performed by male artists.
Who is Strange Little Girls for?
Strange Little Girls works well if you're into haunting explorations of identity, dynamic journey with varied intensity and wave-like pacing with emotional depth.
How many songs are on Strange Little Girls?
Strange Little Girls has 12 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with New Age.
- 1 New Age Start here 4:36
- 2 ’97 Bonnie & Clyde Standout 5:46
- 3 Strange Little Girl Standout 3:50
- 4 Enjoy the Silence Standout 4:09
- 5 I’m Not in Love 5:39
- 6 Rattlesnakes 3:59
- 7 Time 5:22
- 8 Heart of Gold 3:59
- 9 I Don’t Like Mondays 4:20
- 10 Happiness Is a Warm Gun 9:55
- 11 Raining Blood 6:22
- 12 Real Men 4:07
Release Date
September 18, 2001
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
62 min 9 sec
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