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.
Why this album works
- Best for
- introspective late-night reflections catchy hooks for casual listening emotional storytelling journeys
- 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.
- If you like
- alternative rock
Yourself or Someone Like You is an album by Matchbox Twenty, released in 1996. Melodic alternative rock intertwines introspective lyrics with catchy hooks, capturing the essence of 90s angst and longing. 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. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Yourself or Someone Like You sound like?
Melodic alternative rock intertwines introspective lyrics with catchy hooks, capturing the essence of 90s angst and longing. Rooted in alternative rock.
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.
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. Standout 3:47
- 4 Push Standout 3:58
- 5 Girl Like That 3:45
- 6 Back 2 Good Standout 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
Release Date
October 1, 1996
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
46 min 49 sec
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