This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours
Manic Street Preachers · 1998
63 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
Anthemic melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, creating a tapestry of emotional resonance and political undercurrents.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady emotional build throughout poignant reflections on society anthems for introspective moments
- Context
- Released on January 1, 1998, 'This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours' marked the Manic Street Preachers' sixth studio album and their commercial peak following the success of 'Everything Must Go' in 1996. The band had solidified their position in the UK music scene and were now exploring deeper, more introspective themes after the tragic loss of guitarist Richey Edwards.
- If you like
- alternative rock
- If this clicks, go next to
- Know Your Enemy — Continues the emotional and political themes with a more experimental sound.
This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours is an album by Manic Street Preachers, released in 1998. Anthemic melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, creating a tapestry of emotional resonance and political undercurrents. The album debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and was certified quadruple platinum, reflecting its significant commercial impact. It also earned critical acclaim, with tracks like 'If You Tolerate This Your Children Will Be Next' becoming anthems of social consciousness, cementing the band's influence on the Britpop movement. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours sound like?
Anthemic melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, creating a tapestry of emotional resonance and political undercurrents. Rooted in alternative rock. Start with "If You Tolerate This Your Children Will Be Next".
Is This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours a good place to start with Manic Street Preachers?
Yes, This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours is recommended as a starting point for new Manic Street Preachers listeners. Anthemic melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, creating a tapestry of emotional resonance and political undercurrents. Released on January 1, 1998, 'This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours' marked the Manic Street Preachers' sixth studio album and their commercial peak following the success of 'Everything Must Go' in 1996. The band had solidified their position in the UK music scene and were now exploring deeper, more introspective themes after the tragic loss of guitarist Richey Edwards.
Who is This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours for?
This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours works well if you're into steady emotional build throughout, poignant reflections on society and anthems for introspective moments.
How many songs are on This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours?
This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours has 13 tracks, running approximately 63 minutes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with If You Tolerate This Your Children Will Be Next.
- 1 The Everlasting Standout 6:08
- 2 If You Tolerate This Your Children Will Be Next Start here 4:50
- 3 You Stole the Sun From My Heart Standout 4:20
- 4 Ready for Drowning 4:32
- 5 Tsunami 3:51
- 6 My Little Empire 4:09
- 7 I'm Not Working 5:51
- 8 You're Tender and You're Tired 4:37
- 9 Born a Girl 4:12
- 10 Be Natural 5:12
- 11 Black Dog on My Shoulder 4:48
- 12 Nobody Loved You 4:44
- 13 S.Y.M.M. 5:57
Release Date
January 1, 1998
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
63 min 18 sec
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