Up to Our Hips
The Charlatans · 1994
44 min · 10 tracks · psychedelic rock
Psychedelic textures blend with jangly guitars and introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant yet contemplative soundscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Can't Get Out of Bed — This track features an infectious melody paired with lyrics that capture feelings of disillusionment and longing, making it emblematic of the band's sound.
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Come in Number 21 — The song's driving rhythm and catchy hooks exemplify The Charlatans' knack for blending rock with pop sensibilities, showcasing their evolving style.
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I Never Want an Easy Life if Me and He Were Ever to Get There — This track stands out with its introspective lyrics and unique structure, reflecting the band's willingness to experiment while remaining accessible.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong melodies and layered textures, though it doesn't fully stand out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a driving rhythm and jangly guitars that set a consistent mid-tempo pace across the first half.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, creating a rich texture that complements the psychedelic instrumentation.
- The last three tracks shift towards more introspective themes, with slower tempos and a focus on lyrical depth.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with engaging peaks
- reflective moments for introspection
- for afternoon drives
- playful energy for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek purely upbeat tempos
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1994, Up to Our Hips was The Charlatans' third studio album, following their successful self-titled 1995 debut. At this point, the band was solidifying its place in the Britpop movement, having established a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim from earlier records.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Come in Number 21 4:26
- 2 I Never Want an Easy Life if Me and He Were Ever to Get There 4:10
- 3 Can't Get Out of Bed 3:11
- 4 Feel Flows 6:17
- 5 Autograph 4:31
- 6 Jesus Hairdo 3:13
- 7 Up to Our Hips 4:32
- 8 Patrol 6:06
- 9 Another Rider Up in Flames 3:22
- 10 Inside-Looking Out 5:05
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