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Want One

Rufus Wainwright · 2003

59 min · 14 tracks · indie pop

A lush tapestry of orchestral arrangements woven with Wainwright's poignant, theatrical vocal delivery.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • theatrical vocals for immersion
  • reflective moments of beauty
  • late-night introspective listening
  • emotional resonance with orchestration

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, upbeat tracks
  • seek simple, straightforward songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on September 23, 2003, 'Want One' was Rufus Wainwright's third studio album and marked a significant evolution in his sound. Following the success of his self-titled debut and its follow-up, 'Poses', this album showcased Wainwright's transition toward more ambitious compositions and elaborate production techniques, reflecting his growing confidence as an artist.
Stylistic neighbors
Ben Folds· Sufjan Stevens· Regina Spektor

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Oh What a World 4:23
  • 2 I Don’t Know What It Is 4:52
  • 3 Vicious World 2:50
  • 4 Movies of Myself 4:31
  • 5 Pretty Things 2:41
  • 6 Go or Go Ahead 6:39
  • 7 Vibrate 2:44
  • 8 14th Street 4:45
  • 9 Natasha 3:29
  • 10 Harvester of Hearts 3:36
  • 11 Beautiful Child 4:16
  • 12 Want 5:11
  • 13 11:11 4:28
  • 14 Dinner at Eight 4:31

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