Volume 4
Joe Jackson · 2003
69 min · 17 tracks · jazz
A blend of quirky melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in sophisticated arrangements that traverse genres from jazz to pop.
Top tracks — play these first
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Take It Like a Man Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its catchy hooks and playful lyrics about resilience and self-acceptance.
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Still Alive — With its reflective lyrics and lush instrumentation, this song encapsulates the album's theme of perseverance through life's challenges.
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Love at First Light — This track stands out for its romantic narrative and clever wordplay, showcasing Jackson's ability to blend humor with heartfelt emotion.
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Thugz ’R’ Us — This song highlights Jackson's knack for social commentary through an upbeat rhythm, cleverly merging serious subject matter with infectious energy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- sharp lyrical wit and humor
- dynamic journey through moods
- for reflective afternoons
- engaging storytelling throughout tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek uniform sound experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows a return to roots and maturity in songwriting after years of exploration.
- Themes
- romantic wit· social commentary
- Career context
- Released in 2003, Volume 4 is Joe Jackson's twelfth studio album, marking a return to his roots after several years exploring different musical styles. It follows the critically acclaimed album Rain in 2008, showcasing Jackson's continued evolution as an artist while still embracing his characteristic wit and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elvis Costello· Squeeze· The Police
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Take It Like a Man Start here 3:24
- 2 Still Alive 3:42
- 3 Awkward Age 3:20
- 4 Chrome 4:20
- 5 Love at First Light 4:08
- 6 Fairy Dust 3:47
- 7 Little Bit Stupid 3:26
- 8 Blue Flame 5:23
- 9 Dirty Martini 4:51
- 10 Thugz ’R’ Us 3:23
- 11 Bright Grey 4:17
Disc 2
- 1 One More Time 3:15
- 2 Is She Really Going Out With Him? 4:12
- 3 On Your Radio 5:15
- 4 Got the Time 3:47
- 5 It’s Different for Girls 4:15
- 6 I’m the Man 4:21
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Want One
Rufus Wainwright
Shares sophisticated arrangements and introspective lyrics with a blend of pop and classical influences.
Gaucho
Steely Dan
Combines jazz-inflected melodies with sharp, witty lyrics and polished production.
East Side Story
Squeeze
Features quirky melodies and romantic wit, blending pop sensibilities with lyrical depth.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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