Take Off Your Colours
You Me at Six · 2008
73 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock
Energetic melodies blend with emotionally charged lyrics, capturing the youthful angst of mid-2000s alternative rock.
Why this album works
'Take Off Your Colours' received critical acclaim, reaching number 25 on the UK Albums Chart. It became a significant release in the pop-punk revival of the late 2000s, influencing a wave of similar British bands and contributing to the genre's popularity during that period.
- Career context
- Released on October 6, 2008, 'Take Off Your Colours' was You Me at Six's debut album, marking their entrance into the UK alternative rock scene. At this time, the band was still emerging from the underground circuit, having gained attention through local shows and early EPs. This album laid the groundwork for their subsequent success and commercial recognition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ed Sheeran· Ellie Goulding· Robbie Williams· Muse· Keane· Manic Street Preachers· Gorillaz· Placebo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Truth Is a Terrible Thing 2:52
- 2 Gossip Standout 2:58
- 3 Finders Keepers 3:16
- 4 Call That a Comeback 3:27
- 5 Jealous Minds Think Alike 3:38
- 6 Save It for the Bedroom Standout 4:14
- 7 Take Off Your Colours 3:03
- 8 You've Made Your Bed (So Sleep in It) 4:20
- 9 If You Run 3:58
- 10 Tigers and Sharks 4:29
- 11 If I Were in Your Shoes 3:01
- 12 Always Attract Standout 6:07
- 13 Nasty Habits 3:51
- 14 The Rumour 5:17
- 15 Sweet Feet 3:38
- 16 All Your Fault 4:29
- 17 Blue Eyes Don't Lie 3:32
- 18 Save It for the Bedroom (acoustic) 4:06
- 19 Finders Keepers (acoustic) 3:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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