With a Little Help from My Fwends cover

With a Little Help from My Fwends

The Flaming Lips · 2014

51 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · space rock

A kaleidoscopic reinterpretation of classic Beatles tunes, blending whimsy with experimental soundscapes.

Why this album works

This album showcases The Flaming Lips' influence on contemporary psychedelic rock, receiving praise for its artistic ambition and creativity. It peaked at number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart, underscoring the band's enduring appeal and relevance in the music scene.
Career context
Released in 2014, 'With a Little Help from My Fwends' is a tribute album that marks The Flaming Lips' continued evolution after their critically acclaimed 2013 release, 'The Terror'. By this time, the band had embraced a more collaborative and experimental approach, reflecting their long-standing reputation for innovative reinterpretations of pop music.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band 2:47
  • 2 With a Little Help From My Friends Standout 3:35
  • 3 Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds Standout 5:43
  • 4 Getting Better 4:08
  • 5 Fixing a Hole 3:50
  • 6 She’s Leaving Home 3:13
  • 7 Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite! 2:35
  • 8 Within You Without You 4:41
  • 9 When I’m Sixty-Four 3:21
  • 10 Lovely Rita 4:20
  • 11 Good Morning Good Morning 3:16
  • 12 Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band (reprise) 5:15
  • 13 A Day in the Life Standout 4:56

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