Want cover

Want

Rufus Wainwright · 2005

120 min · 28 tracks · indie pop

Lush orchestrations entwine with introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant and emotive sonic landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • lush orchestrations for emotional depth
  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • introspective lyrics for reflective moments
  • ideal for late-night contemplation
  • engaging storytelling through vivid imagery

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer straightforward, upbeat vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2005, Rufus Wainwright released 'Want' as his fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Want Two' from the previous year. At this point in his career, he was establishing himself as a distinctive voice in indie pop, building on the success of his earlier works while exploring more mature themes in his songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Ben Folds· Sufjan Stevens· Regina Spektor

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Oh What a World 4:23
  • 2 I Don't Know What It Is 4:51
  • 3 Vicious World 2:49
  • 4 Movies of Myself 4:30
  • 5 Pretty Things 2:40
  • 6 Go or Go Ahead 6:38
  • 7 Vibrate 2:44
  • 8 14th Street 4:44
  • 9 Natasha 3:28
  • 10 Harvester of Hearts 3:35
  • 11 Beautiful Child 4:15
  • 12 Want 5:10
  • 13 11:11 4:27
  • 14 Dinner at Eight 4:33

Disc 2

  • 1 Agnus Dei 5:45
  • 2 The One You Love 3:44
  • 3 Peach Trees 5:59
  • 4 Little Sister 3:22
  • 5 The Art Teacher 3:51
  • 6 Hometown Waltz 2:33
  • 7 This Love Affair 3:13
  • 8 Gay Messiah 3:14
  • 9 Memphis Skyline 4:51
  • 10 Waiting for a Dream 4:14
  • 11 Crumb by Crumb 4:13
  • 12 Old Whore's Diet 9:06
  • 13 Chelsea Hotel No. 2 3:55
  • 14 In With the Ladies 3:52

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