What makes Woman by Wolfmother notable?

'Woman' reached number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 and won a Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance in 2007. Its success played a crucial role in bringing stoner rock back into mainstream visibility, influencing various rock and metal bands that followed. Released in 2006, 'Woman' was Wolfmother's debut single from their self-titled album, marking their rise to prominence in the rock scene. The band had just gained attention with their explosive live performances, and this track helped solidify their status as leading figures in the stoner rock revival of the mid-2000s.

How many songs are on Woman?

Woman has 4 tracks, running approximately 15 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

Woman

Wolfmother · 2006

15 min · 4 tracks · hard rock

Raucous riffs and anthemic choruses propel a blend of classic rock energy and modern stoner vibes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Woman — The title track showcases Wolfmother's signature sound, blending heavy guitar riffs with catchy melodies, encapsulating the essence of their hard rock revival aesthetic.
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Woman (MSTRKRFT remix) — This remix reinterprets the original track through an electronic lens, highlighting its versatility and expanding its reach beyond traditional rock audiences.
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Dimension (live from BDO) — This live rendition captures the raw energy of Wolfmother's performances, emphasizing their ability to engage audiences with powerful stage presence and musicianship.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single showcases strong riffs and anthemic qualities but is limited in depth due to its brevity and remix nature.

What we noticed

The title track 'Woman' features a driving guitar riff that dominates the arrangement, with a steady drumbeat and prominent bass lines.
The song structure follows a traditional verse-chorus format, with anthemic choruses designed for audience sing-alongs.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — 'Woman' established Wolfmother's reputation and brought them mainstream recognition.
Themes: stoner rock revival· explosive live energy· heavy guitar riffs
Career context: Released in 2006, 'Woman' was Wolfmother's debut single from their self-titled album, marking their rise to prominence in the rock scene. The band had just gained attention with their explosive live performances, and this track helped solidify their status as leading figures in the stoner rock revival of the mid-2000s.
Stylistic neighbors: Queens of the Stone Age· The Black Keys· Rival Sons