Yes and Also Yes
Mike Doughty · 2011
38 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock
A playful exploration of alternative rock that marries quirky lyricism with infectious melodies and eclectic instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Na Na Nothing — This opening track sets the tone with its catchy chorus and playful instrumentation, exemplifying Doughty's knack for blending humor with introspection.
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Rational Man — With its reflective lyrics and engaging melody, this song captures Doughty's ability to balance personal insight with broader commentary on life’s absurdities.
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Weird Summer — This track stands out for its vibrant energy and vivid imagery, illustrating Doughty's skill in evoking nostalgic feelings through clever storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases inventive songwriting and eclectic instrumentation but lacks strong cohesion across its length.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective songs.
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- quirky reflections on daily life
- steady pace for casual listening
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- witty lyrics that provoke thought
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long, immersive albums
- seek high-energy party tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Mike Doughty released Yes and Also Yes in 2011, he was already recognized for his work as the frontman of Soul Coughing. This album marked his return to solo work after several years, following his previous release, Sad Man, Happy Man, which had established him as a distinctive voice in the alternative scene. Doughty's continued evolution as an artist is reflected in his experimentation with sound and structure throughout this record.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Soul Coughing· Ben Folds Five· They Might Be Giants
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Na Na Nothing 3:19
- 2 Into the Un 3:21
- 3 Day by Day By 3:04
- 4 Holiday (What Do You Want?) 3:13
- 5 Russell 1:33
- 6 Strike the Motion 2:29
- 7 Have at It 1:19
- 8 Makelloser Mann 1:18
- 9 The Huffer and the Cutter 3:23
- 10 Rational Man 3:53
- 11 Telegenic Exes, #1 (Hapless Dancers) 1:47
- 12 Weird Summer 3:12
- 13 Vegetable 3:36
- 14 Telegenic Exes, #2 (Astoria) 2:57
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