This One's for the Ladies
The Young Fresh Fellows · 1989
41 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock
A playful blend of quirky melodies and clever lyrics, capturing the essence of late '80s alternative rock.
Top tracks — play these first
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This One’s for the Ladies Start here — The title track sets a whimsical tone with its catchy hook and witty lyrics, encapsulating the album's playful spirit.
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Middle Man of Time — This track combines a driving rhythm with introspective lyrics, showcasing the band's ability to balance humor and depth.
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Taco Wagon — With its infectious melody and absurd subject matter, this song exemplifies the band's knack for creating memorable and fun tunes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful lyrics with vibrant melodies
- steady pacing for casual listening
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- sing-along moments with friends
- light-hearted fun during gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of deep introspection
- prefer lengthy musical explorations
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album helped define the alternative rock genre and gained wider recognition.
- Themes
- late '80s whimsy· absurdity of everyday life· quirky storytelling
- Career context
- Released in 1989, This One's for the Ladies is The Young Fresh Fellows' third studio album, following their 1988 release, This One's for the Ladies. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their presence in the alternative rock scene, gaining recognition for their distinctive sound and humorous approach to songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Minus 5· The Posies· They Might Be Giants
Tracklist
- 1 This One’s for the Ladies Start here 1:26
- 2 Still There’s Hope 2:25
- 3 Carrot Head 3:09
- 4 Middle Man of Time 2:54
- 5 Wishing Ring 2:44
- 6 New Old Song 2:12
- 7 The Family Gun 2:31
- 8 Rotation 3:01
- 9 Taco Wagon 2:11
- 10 Picture Book 2:19
- 11 Lost Track of Time 2:20
- 12 Miss Lonelyhearts 2:28
- 13 Deep, Down and Inbetween 2:28
- 14 When I’m Lonely Again / One Day You Die 5:59
- 15 Don’t You Wonder How It Ends? 2:47
What to play next
Beans and Tolerance
1989
Continues the playful energy and quirky style from the current album.
Totally Lost
1988
Sets up the sound and themes leading into 'This One's for the Ladies'.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Flood
They Might Be Giants
Shares quirky storytelling and playful melodies with a similarly absurd sense of humor.
Cosmic Thing
The B-52's
Captures late '80s whimsy with catchy hooks and eccentric lyrical themes.
Chocolate and Cheese
Ween
Blends humor and eclecticism in songwriting, echoing the playful absurdity of everyday life.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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