Tangerine cover

Tangerine

Vixen · 1998

49 min · 12 tracks · hard rock

A vibrant blend of hard rock anthems and melodic ballads, showcasing Vixen's signature harmonies and powerful instrumentation.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Never Say Never — This track captures the band's blend of catchy hooks and powerful vocals, serving as an anthem of resilience and determination.
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    Tangerine — The title track stands out with its infectious melody and vivid imagery, encapsulating the album's exploration of love and longing.
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    Peace — This song showcases a softer side with introspective lyrics and emotional delivery, highlighting the band's versatility beyond hard rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo flow
  • reflective listening moments
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • consistent album progression

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1998, Tangerine was Vixen's third studio album, following their 1994 release, Rev It Up. At this point in their career, the band sought to redefine their sound after a brief hiatus and lineup changes, striving for a more mature direction while still honoring their hard rock roots.
Stylistic neighbors
Lita Ford· Heart· Pat Benatar

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Peace

    The bridge introduces a moment of vulnerability where the singer confronts inner turmoil directly, revealing raw emotion amidst a powerful instrumental backdro…

    This shift in lyrical tone adds depth to the song, contrasting with the otherwise upbeat nature of the album and emphasizing personal struggles.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Page 4:35
  • 2 Tangerine 4:32
  • 3 Never Say Never 3:40
  • 4 Peace 4:59
  • 5 Barely Breathin’ 4:13
  • 6 Bleed 4:00
  • 7 Stay 5:35
  • 8 Shut Up 4:05
  • 9 Machine 3:43
  • 10 Air Balloon 3:53
  • 11 Can’t Control Myself 4:35
  • 12 Swatting Flies in Wanker County 2:00

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