Top tracks — play these first
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Take It In — Opening with a gentle yet compelling melody, this track encapsulates the band's essence, showcasing their harmonious vocals and emotive storytelling.
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Gillian — This song's reflective lyrics and intricate guitar work highlight the band's ability to blend personal narratives with lush instrumentation, making it a standout piece.
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Jealousy — With its catchy hook and relatable themes of longing and desire, this track demonstrates the band's knack for writing engaging and memorable songs.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- warm acoustic storytelling vibes
- short tracks for easy listening
- inviting sing-along moments
- for road trip playlists
- melodic wanderlust and exploration
Maybe skip if you
- need for high-energy tracks
- prefer longer, complex compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Waifs' self-titled debut album was released in 1996, marking their emergence on the Australian music scene. At this time, the band was still establishing its identity, blending folk rock influences with original storytelling. This album set the foundation for their future success and laid the groundwork for their evolving sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Civil Wars· Iron & Wine· The Lumineers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Take It In 3:41
- 2 Gillian 3:21
- 3 Circles 2:58
- 4 Sunflower Man 3:13
- 5 Intimate 3:25
- 6 Jealousy 4:16
- 7 Crazy Train 4:19
- 8 Billy Jones 3:55
- 9 Brain Damage 2:45
- 10 I Believe 3:49
- 11 Company 3:25
- 12 Waif Song 3:10
- 13 Shiny Apple 2:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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