What makes You Scare Me To Death by Marc Bolan notable?

The album is significant for its exploration of new musical directions as Bolan experimented with various styles, showcasing his versatility as an artist. While it did not achieve major chart success, it has been critically reassessed over the years, highlighting Bolan’s enduring influence on rock music. Released in January 1981, You Scare Me to Death was Marc Bolan's final studio album before his untimely death later that year. This album followed the commercial struggles of his previous work and marked a return to a more eclectic sound after the glam rock peak of T. Rex in the early '70s.

Who is You Scare Me To Death for?

You Scare Me To Death works well if you're into whimsical charm in every track, short bursts of playful energy and quirky introspection throughout listening.

How many songs are on You Scare Me To Death?

You Scare Me To Death has 16 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

You Scare Me To Death

Marc Bolan · 1981

41 min · 16 tracks · rock music

A kaleidoscopic blend of rock, whimsy, and introspection, infused with Bolan's signature charm and playful lyricism.

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Top tracks — play these first

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You Scare Me to Death — The title track captures the album's essence with its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, serving as a poignant reflection on mortality.
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Hippy Gumbo — This track embodies Bolan's playful approach to songwriting, blending humor with a catchy rhythm that showcases his unique ability to mix lightheartedness with deeper themes.
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Mustang Ford — With its driving beat and vivid imagery, this song exemplifies Bolan’s knack for storytelling, illustrating his passion for cars while intertwining it with a sense of freedom.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

whimsical charm in every track
short bursts of playful energy
quirky introspection throughout listening
light-hearted reflections on life

Maybe skip if you

prefer longer, cohesive pieces
seek serious, heavy themes

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in January 1981, You Scare Me to Death was Marc Bolan's final studio album before his untimely death later that year. This album followed the commercial struggles of his previous work and marked a return to a more eclectic sound after the glam rock peak of T. Rex in the early '70s.
Stylistic neighbors: T. Rex· David Bowie· Roxy Music

Tracklist

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

1 You Scare Me to Death 2:41
2 You’ve Got the Power 2:38
3 Eastern Spell 2:50
4 Charlie 2:41
5 I’m Weird 1:55
6 Hippy Gumbo 2:26
7 Mustang Ford 2:39
8 Observations 2:38
9 Jasmine 49 3:02
10 Cat Black 2:33
11 Black and White Incident 2:50
12 The Perfumed Garden of Gulliver Smith 2:46
13 The Wizard 1:47
14 Beyond the Risin’ Sun 1:41
15 Rings of Fortune 2:35
16 Quotes From Book 3:20

What to play next

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