What I Learned About Ego, Opinion, Art & Commerce
Goo Goo Dolls · 2001
74 min · 22 tracks · alternative rock · indie pop
A reflective blend of alternative rock and indie pop that explores personal themes with melodic hooks and introspective lyrics.
Why this album works
The album debuted at No. 28 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a solid continuation of their commercial success post-'Dizzy Up the Girl'. Critics noted its thematic depth and evolution in songwriting, contributing to the band's lasting influence within the alternative rock scene during the early 2000s.
- Best for
- reflective themes for introspection dynamic journey with varied pacing melodic hooks for sing-alongs
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'What I Learned About Ego, Opinion, Art & Commerce' was the Goo Goo Dolls' sixth studio album. This album arrived after their commercial peak with 'Dizzy Up the Girl' in 1998, showcasing a shift towards more introspective and personal songwriting while maintaining their signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beck· Green Day· Moby· Linkin Park· Sonic Youth· Neil Young· Nine Inch Nails· Tori Amos
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bullet Proof 4:38
- 2 All Eyes on Me Standout 4:05
- 3 Amigone Standout 3:14
- 4 Acoustic #3 2:25
- 5 Naked 4:05
- 6 Ain't That Unusual 3:19
- 7 Burnin' Up 2:32
- 8 Flat Top 4:30
- 9 Name Standout 4:29
- 10 Fallin' Down 3:15
- 11 Another Second Time Around 3:00
- 12 Cuz You're Gone 3:31
- 13 We Are the Normal 3:36
- 14 Girl Right Next to Me 3:43
- 15 Lucky Star 3:07
- 16 On the Lie 3:16
- 17 Just the Way You Are 3:14
- 18 Two Days in February 3:12
- 19 Laughing 3:42
- 20 There You Are 3:10
- 21 Up Yours 1:39
- 22 I'm Addicted 3:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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