What makes Yourself or Someone Like You by Matchbox Twenty notable?

The album achieved multi-platinum status in the U.S., reaching number 5 on the Billboard 200 chart. Tracks like '3 A.M.' and 'Push' received extensive radio play, solidifying Matchbox Twenty's position as a leading act in the alternative rock genre during the late 1990s. Released on October 1, 1996, 'Yourself or Someone Like You' was Matchbox Twenty's debut album. The band emerged from the post-grunge scene, gaining significant traction thanks to their relatable songwriting and Rob Thomas's distinctive vocals, setting the stage for their future commercial success.

Who is Yourself or Someone Like You for?

Yourself or Someone Like You works well if you're into introspective late-night reflections, catchy hooks for casual listening and emotional storytelling journeys.

How many songs are on Yourself or Someone Like You?

Yourself or Someone Like You has 12 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

Released 30 years ago

Yourself or Someone Like You

Matchbox Twenty · 1996

46 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock

Melodic alternative rock intertwines introspective lyrics with catchy hooks, capturing the essence of 90s angst and longing.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

introspective late-night reflections
catchy hooks for casual listening
emotional storytelling journeys
steady pacing for road trips

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on October 1, 1996, 'Yourself or Someone Like You' was Matchbox Twenty's debut album. The band emerged from the post-grunge scene, gaining significant traction thanks to their relatable songwriting and Rob Thomas's distinctive vocals, setting the stage for their future commercial success.
Stylistic neighbors: Goo Goo Dolls· Third Eye Blind· Counting Crows

Tracklist

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

1 Real World 3:51
2 Long Day 3:45
3 3 A.M. 3:47
4 Push 3:58
5 Girl Like That 3:45
6 Back 2 Good 5:40
7 Damn 3:20
8 Argue 2:57
9 Kody 4:03
10 Busted 4:17
11 Shame 3:34
12 Hang 3:47

What to play next

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3 a.m.

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