Who's Got Trouble?
Shivaree · 2005
43 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
Whimsical melodies intertwine with haunting lyrics, creating an atmospheric soundscape that feels both nostalgic and surreal.
Top tracks — play these first
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New Casablanca — This opening track introduces the album's cinematic quality with dream-like imagery and a seductive melody, setting the tone for the journey ahead.
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Mexican Boyfriend — A standout for its narrative depth, this track combines playful lyrics with a catchy chorus, showcasing the band's talent for storytelling through song.
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I Will Go Quietly — Closing the album, this reflective ballad encapsulates themes of resignation and introspection, leaving listeners with a lingering sense of melancholy.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends whimsical melodies with haunting lyrics, creating an atmospheric sound that stands out within its genre.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several songs incorporate unconventional song structures, such as abrupt shifts in melody and rhythm, which create a sense of unpredictability.
- The use of layered instrumentation and atmospheric production techniques contributes to a dreamlike quality throughout the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical melodies with haunting lyrics
- nostalgic atmosphere for daydreaming
- surreal soundscapes for introspection
- catchy tunes for quiet moments
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer straightforward lyrical themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 2005, Who's Got Trouble? marked Shivaree's third studio album, following their breakthrough record, Rough Dreams. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their distinctive blend of alternative rock and country influences while exploring more complex lyrical themes and mature songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Neko Case· Cat Power· The Civil Wars
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Lost In A Dream
The moment shifts from dreamy visuals to stark realizations about reality's harshness, creating a tension between fantasy and truth.
This juxtaposition emphasizes the struggle between escapism and facing one's circumstances, reflecting a central theme throughout the album.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 New Casablanca 3:07
- 2 I Close My Eyes 3:55
- 3 Someday 2:11
- 4 Lost In A Dream 4:37
- 5 Little Black Mess 4:32
- 6 Mexican Boyfriend 3:40
- 7 The Fat Lady Of Limbourg 4:13
- 8 2 Far 2:55
- 9 Baby Girls 5:20
- 10 It Got All Black 4:02
- 11 I Will Go Quietly 4:48
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