What makes You Know Me by Robbie Williams notable?

The album's title track 'You Know Me' achieved notable success, reaching the top ten in several countries while also becoming a staple in Williams's live performances. Its introspective nature resonated with fans, solidifying his status within the pop landscape and reflecting his ongoing evolution as an artist post-Take That. By the time 'You Know Me' was released in December 2009, Robbie Williams had already established himself as a solo artist with multiple chart-topping albums. This single came shortly after his previous album 'Reality Killed the Video Star', which marked his return to music after a hiatus. The release positioned him to continue exploring themes of vulnerability and self-awareness in his work.

How many songs are on You Know Me?

You Know Me has 2 tracks, running approximately 11 minutes.

You Know Me

Robbie Williams · 2009

11 min · 2 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of reflective pop and electronic elements, showcasing a mature sound and introspective lyrics.

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You Know Me — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of introspection, with Williams wrestling with personal identity and public perception in a catchy yet poignant manner.
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Bodies (Aeroplane remix) — This remix transforms the original track into a danceable anthem, highlighting Williams's versatility and appeal across different musical genres.

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 blends reflective pop with electronic elements, showcasing solid writing and production but limited cohesion as a standalone release.

What we noticed

The title track features a steady mid-tempo beat with layered synths that create an atmospheric backdrop for the vocals.
The song's structure includes a repeated chorus that emphasizes its introspective lyrics, while the remix adds a more upbeat tempo and electronic elements.

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 3/10

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.