Teenager of the Year
Black Francis · 1994
62 min · 22 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · alternative country
A whirlwind of eclectic sounds blending punk energy with introspective lyricism and experimental melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whirlwind of eclectic sounds
- brief bursts of energy
- playful irreverence throughout tracks
- introspective moments amidst chaos
- for spontaneous listening
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer, cohesive albums
- seek polished, radio-friendly sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1994, 'Teenager of the Year' was Black Francis's first solo album after the disbandment of Pixies, marking a significant shift in his artistic direction. This album followed his debut solo effort, 'Frank Black', and showcased a more diverse sound palette while retaining his trademark lyrical quirks.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pixies· Frank Black· Weezer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Whatever Happened to Pong? 1:34
- 2 Thalassocracy 1:33
- 3 (I Want to Live on an) Abstract Plain 2:17
- 4 Calistan 3:22
- 5 The Vanishing Spies 3:37
- 6 Speedy Marie 3:33
- 7 Headache 2:52
- 8 Sir Rockaby 2:55
- 9 Freedom Rock 4:17
- 10 Two Reelers 3:02
- 11 Fiddle Riddle 3:30
- 12 Olé Mulholland 4:41
- 13 Fazer Eyes 3:36
- 14 I Could Stay Here Forever 2:27
- 15 The Hostess With the Mostest 1:56
- 16 Superabound 3:10
- 17 Big Red 2:41
- 18 Space Is Gonna Do Me Good 2:22
- 19 White Noise Maker 2:42
- 20 Pure Denizen of the Citizens Band 2:20
- 21 Bad, Wicked World 1:57
- 22 Pie in the Sky 2:14
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