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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