Success cover

Success

The Posies · 1998

48 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

Melodic harmonies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a lush soundscape that reflects both vulnerability and resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective flow
  • melodic harmonies for introspection
  • vulnerable lyrics for emotional resonance
  • for thoughtful afternoons

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1998, 'Success' is The Posies’ fifth studio album, following their 1996 record 'Amazing Disgrace.' At this point, the band was navigating the transition from major label pressures back to an indie landscape, allowing them more creative freedom.
Stylistic neighbors
The Jayhawks· Big Star· Matthew Sweet

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Somehow Everything 3:34
  • 2 You’re the Beautiful One 5:57
  • 3 Looking Lost 3:13
  • 4 Fall Apart With Me 4:15
  • 5 Placebo 3:02
  • 6 Who to Blame 4:05
  • 7 Start a Life 6:07
  • 8 Friendship of the Future 3:53
  • 9 Grow 3:15
  • 10 Farewell Typewriter 2:12
  • 11 Every Bitter Drop 3:21
  • 12 Fall Song 5:30

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