The Pains of Being Pure at Heart cover

The Pains of Being Pure at Heart

The Pains of Being Pure at Heart · 2009

35 min · 10 tracks · indie pop · noise rock

A shimmering blend of jangly guitars and wistful lyrics encapsulating youthful angst and romance.

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 3, 2009, this debut album marked The Pains of Being Pure at Heart's emergence in the indie pop scene. Before this release, they had garnered attention with their early singles, leading to a highly anticipated full-length that showcased their signature sound blending noise rock with melodic pop sensibilities.
Stylistic neighbors
Clairo· Ellie Goulding· Blonde Redhead

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Contender 2:40
  • 2 Come Saturday 3:17
  • 3 Young Adult Friction 4:07
  • 4 This Love Is Fucking Right! 3:15
  • 5 The Tenure Itch 3:45
  • 6 Stay Alive 4:56
  • 7 Everything With You 2:59
  • 8 A Teenager in Love 3:24
  • 9 Hey Paul 2:03
  • 10 Gentle Sons 4:32

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