My Coda

 It felt like I should have a separate conclusion post, rather than dumping everything into the White Stripes review. Meg and Jack White deserve our full attention, after all.

I have been working on this project for nine years. I actually started it with a friend of mine, and we would both write our thoughts on the albums in each post (hence the "we" part of "wegottherhythm"). She's probably forgotten all about it by now. However, Brie, if this project ever crosses your mind, and you happen to check in here, I want you to know that I am sorry our friendship ended. I hope you are happy and healthy, and I would always love to hear from you.

2020 has been a difficult year, to put it mildly. When everything was shutting down in March, I decided that I wasn't going to waste this time I was given, even if I was stuck in my apartment. I chose to fill my days and nights with music, and accomplish a task I set out to complete all those years ago.  This enabled me to dance through my feelings of loneliness and helplessness, and hear those same feelings expressed in beautiful ways. I am grateful to every artist on this List (yes even the metal bands) for giving me that gift.

Of course, not everybody has cheered me on along the way. That's okay. This blog was always meant to be more of a diary than a forum for discussion. I've created a personal reference guide, and have labeled all post by rating, so I'll always be able to revisit and rediscover favorites. The negative feedback is just noise, and this List has taught me to tune out bad music.

Thank you to everybody has followed my journey. I won't be making any more updates, but I'll keep the blog up and check in with comments. I love to hear from you, and I would love to read about your other passion projects.

Oh, and if you enjoyed witnessing my obsession with this List, you might want to check out my 1001 book blog and my 1001 movie blog. 

With love,

Amanda

1001. Get Behind Me Satan

Get Behind Me Satan
The White Stripes
2005

Tracks
1. Blue Orchid
2. The Nurse
3. My Doorbell
4. Forever For Her (Is Over For Me)
5. Little Ghost
6. The Denial Twist
7. White Moon
8. Instinct Blues
9. Passive Manipulation
10. Take, Take, Take
11. As Ugly As I Seem
12. Red Rain
13. I'm Lonely (But I Ain't That Lonely Yet)

1001! I did it!! I'll write a follow up post after this to wrap things up, but wow. It's a bit hard to concentrate on the album at hand!

But I am going to try anyway, because it's The White Stripes. This isn't the best White Stripes album on the List. Both White Blood Cells and Elephant are better. Still, it contains their unique sound that is always compelling, and they aren't afraid to experiment here.

I just read an article that compared the Meg White/Jack White relationship to a comedy duo. Jack White is the funny guy, always pushing the limits, and Meg White is the straight man, pulling him back in again. I think that is a hella accurate comparison, and it makes for a fascinating dynamic. I'll try to keep that in mind when I dress up like Meg tomorrow for Halloween.

You'll hear from me again soon...

RATING: 4/5

1000. Guero

Guero
Beck
2005

Tracks
1. E-Pro
2. Que' Onda Guero
3. Girl
4. Missing
5. Black Tambourine
6. Earthquake Weather
7. Hell Yes
8. Broken Drum
9. Scarecrow
10. Go It Alone
11. Farewell Ride
12. Rental Car
13. Emergency Exit

Oh my god, 1000 albums! I can't believe I have written 1000 entries about music. I guess I will wait to digest that until the next entry.

This isn't the greatest Beck album, but it was still pretty good. This was likely included by the Listmakers because Beck is a pretty safe choice, and they were struggling at the end to identify the albums that will have staying power. Guero is perfectly listenable, due in large part to the creative use of sampling.

But it doesn't have the distinction of Odelay, and doesn't leave the strongest impression. Probably removed in later editions.

RATING: 3/5

999. Arular

Arular 
M.I.A.
2005

Tracks
1. Banana Skit
2. Pull Up The People
3. Bucky Done Gun
4. Sunshowers
5. Fire, Fire
6. Dash The Curry Skit
7. Amazon
8. Bingo
9. Hombre
10. One For The Head Skit
11. 10 Dollar
12. U.R.A.Q.T.
13. Galang

I anticipate enjoying Beck and the White Stripes, so this might be our last shaky entry on the List.

M.I.A. is doing some interesting things here, none of which suit my personal tastes. She adds world music to her hip hop, often imbuing the music with political awareness which is something dance music often lacks. I actually found such short tracks hard to get into. As soon as I found my footing, the song would end.

Still, at least she is doing something different with hip hop. 

RATING: 2/5

998. Aha Shake Heartbreak

Aha Shake Heartbreak
Kings of Leon
2004

Tracks
1. Slow Night, So Long
2. King Of The Rodeo
3. Taper Jean Girl
4. Pistol Of Fire
5. Milk
6. The Bucket
7. Soft
8. Razz
9. Day Old Blues
10. Four Kicks
11. Velvet Snow
12. Rememo

Kings of Leon are back, and this time it's even less personal. I feel like their music lacks intimacy or innovation. I enjoyed their previous entry on the List, but I don't think they needed another one.

The Listmakers probably panicked toward the end here, and I would guess that these last few entries have all been replaced by other entries in subsequent editions. That's not to say they are bad albums, but they are bit repetitive and showcase artists who have already been represented with superior albums.

Such is the case with the Kings of Leon, who don't really grow or do anything different from their previous album. Listenable music, but one album from this band was probably sufficient.

RATING: 3/5

997. Hot Fuss

Hot Fuss
The Killers
2004

Tracks
1. Jenny Was A Friend Of Mine
2. Mr Brightside
3. Smile Like You Mean It
4. Somebody Told Me
5. All These Things That I’ve Done
6. Andy You’re A Star
7. On Top
8. Glamorous Indie Rock & Roll
9. Believe Me Natalie
10. Midnight Show
11. Everything Will Be Alright

Is there a person on this planet who doesn't enjoy "Mr. Brightside"? That has to be one of the biggest crowd-pleaser songs, along with "Sweet Caroline."

I like the Killers because they are reminiscent of The Cure, and they don't have the pretensions that some of the other bands on this List possess. They just want to make fun and danceable music, and they manage it perfectly here.

"Mr. Brightside" isn't the only great single on this album. "Somebody Told Me" and "Jenny Was A Friend of Mine" are also really good, and the synth work here was a fun throwback. Hopefully not the last five star album on this List, but if it is, it's a worthy finale.

RATING: 5/5

996. Who Killed...The Zutons?

Who Killed...The Zutons?
The Zutons
2004

Tracks
1. Zuton Fever
2. Pressure Point
3. You Will You Won't
4. Confusion
5. Havana Gang Brawl
6. Railroad
7. Long Time Coming
8. Nightmare Part II
9. Not A Lot To Do
10. Remember Me
11. Dirty Dancehall
12. Moons And Horror Shows

Here we have a band try to imitate The Coral, which is actually perfect for me, because I quite like The Coral.

Of course, that means this album doesn't win many points in the originality department. But they do produce some catchy songs and it's pretty entertaining to listen to throughout.

Only five more albums to go...I would be even more excited right now if a cat wasn't currently digging her claws into my legs, but such is the price of love.

RATING: 2/5

995. Want Two

Want Two
Rufus Wainwright
2004

Tracks
1. Agnus Dei
2. The One You Love
3. Peach Trees
4. Little Sister
5. The Art Teacher
6. Hometown Waltz
7. This Love Affair
8. Gay Messiah
9. Memphis Skyline
10. Waiting For A Dream
11. Crumb by Crumb
12. Old Whore's Diet

This is a companion piece to Wainwright's earlier album "Want One." I really liked his previous entry, so I was excited to listen to this as well. It complemented the mood and style of the earlier album perfectly.

Wainwright experiments with many different styles of music. Amazingly, he sometimes shifts those styles in the middle of songs. He does this without making the track seem all over the place or out of focus. I liked it best when he went with an Eastern style of music but the reggae tribute was interesting as well.

More than anything, Wainwright is a great storyteller. I tend to hang onto to every word. Good stuff.

RATING: 4/5

994. A Grand Don't Come For Free

A Grand Don't Come For Free
The Streets
2004

Tracks
1. It Was Supposed To Be So Easy
2. Could Well Be In
3. Not Addicted
4. Blinded By The Lights
5. Wouldn't Have It Any Other Way
6. Get Out Of My House
7. Fit But You Know It
8. Such A Twat
9. What Is He Thinking?
10. Dry Your Eyes
11. Empty Cans

Artists are really interesting in telling stories in their album lately, and this one is no exception. In this story (which is much easier to follow than the plots about witches or comatose drug addicts), the protagonist loses £1000 and tries to make his money back. At the same time, he starts a relationship with a girl named Simone. 

I like the concept behind this, and how every track was essentially a chapter in the story (with "Could Well Be In" being my favorite). It does make it feel like you are listening to the soundtrack of a musical, which I know won't appeal to everybody. I am not sure how well the songs work on their own. It ends up being an enjoyable novelty album without much incentive to listen to it twice. 

Not enough happens in the story to make it entirely compelling throughout, so it gets a bit wearing by the seventh track. The protagonist is pretty obnoxious. Still an intriguing idea though.

RATING: 3/5

993. They Were Wrong, So We Drowned

They Were Wrong, So We Drowned
Liars
2004

Tracks
1. Broken Witch
2. Steam Rose From The Lifeless Cloak
3. There's Always Room On The Broom
4. If You're A Wizard Then Why Do You Wear Glasses?
5. We Fenced Other Houses With The Bones Of Our Own
6. They Don't Want Your Corn, They Want Your Kids
7. Read The Book That Wrote Itself
8. Hold Hands And It Will Happen Anyway
9. They Took 14 For The Rest Of Our Lives
10. Flow My Tears The Spider Said

We've haven't had much luck with the concept albums lately, but this was actually pretty fun. And a story about witches is very appropriate right now, with tomorrow being Halloween.

By the way, there are many Harry Potter subreddits devoted to answering the question posed in the fourth track. The answer we accept as headcanon is that only a trained Healer can specialize in that kind of magic. 

Sorry, my nerdiness was showing again. Moving on to the album....

This was fairly enjoyable and effective in casting a dark spell over its listener. There are way too many gimmicks and sound effects to make me want to listen to this on the reg, but I enjoyed it as a seasonal novelty.

Okay, so I'm a little scared of them. That doesn't mean my rating isn't fair.

RATING: 3/5

992. Desperate Youths, Blood Thirsty Babes

Desperate Youths, Blood Thirsty Babes
TV on the Radio
2004

Tracks
1. The Wrong Way
2. Staring At The Sun
3. Dreams
4. King Eternal
5. Ambulance
6. Poppy
7. Don't Love You
8. Bomb Yourself
9. Wear You Out

We are in the home stretch with this List! Looking ahead, there are no other albums that officially repulse me off the title or artist alone, so this might be an enjoyable farewell tour.

Based on the title of this album, I was expecting something dark and metal-y. Fortunately, I was only correct about the former. TV on the Radio blends electronica with something indefinable. Naturally, it's the something indefinable I am more interested in, as I am not the biggest electronica fan. I really liked the vocals, which fit the mood of the album perfectly, along with the minimalist lyrics. 

If I had to compare this band's sound to something we've had before, it might be Pere Ubu, but that might be a stretch and I enjoyed this a lot better.

RATING: 4/5

991. Cee-Lo Green is the Soul Machine

Cee-Lo Green is the Soul Machine
Cee-Lo Green
2004

Tracks
1. Intro
2. Soul Machine
3. The Art of Noise (feat Pharrell)
4. Living Again
5. I'll Be Around (feat Timbaland))
6. The One (Feat Jazze Pha & T.I.)
7. My Kind of People (Feat Jazze Pha & Menta Malone)
8. Childz Play (with Ludacris)
9. I Am Selling Soul
10. All Day Love Afair
11. Evening News (with Chazzie & Sir Cognac the Conversation)
12. Scrap Metal (with Big Rube & G-Rock)
13. Glockapella
14. When We Were Friends
15. Sometimes
16. Let's Stay Together (with Pharrell)
17. Die Trying
18. What Don't You Do? (Outro)

Ugh, and now this idiot. Twitter was a mistake. But I will try to separate the art from the artist, even if it causes me to die a little inside.

Cee-Lo does a nice job here blending soul, hip hop, and funk. It's nice to see somebody move away from the East Coast vs. West Coast hip hop sound, and actually do something different. The results are pretty great, and the many featured artists keep it fresh throughout the entire runtime.

Still, the album title sounds like something he coerces women into saying in bed. 

RATING: 4/5

990. College Dropout

College Dropout
Kanye West
2004

Tracks
1. Intro
2. We Don't Care
3. Graduation Day
4. All Falls Down
5. I'll Fly Away
6. Spaceship
7. Jesus Walks
8. Never Let Me Down
9. Get Em High
10. Workout Plan
11. The New Workout Plan
12. Slow Jamz
13. Breathe In Breathe Out
14. School Spirit (Skit 1)
15. School Spirit
16. School Spirit (Skit 2)
17. Lil Jimmy Skit
18. Two Words
19. Through The Wire
20. Family Business
21. Last Call

Kanye West is yet another mentally ill narcissist who believes he should be president. If we all join hands, maybe we can get that ego in check. Unfortunately, I can't be of much help with the delusions of grandeur in this instance, as I thought this album was pretty amazing.

Which is really annoying. I want to be loyal to my girl T Swift, after all. But I grew up listening to this, so it has a nostalgia factor for me. He takes interesting elements of pop and translates it into hip hop. It's hard not to admire the effect. 

Some of the skits were annoying. By the end he was just ranting and boasting (shock), but the singles made up for it. Overall, an entertaining album. Which is disappointing.

RATING: 4/5

989. The Libertines

The Libertines

The Libertines
2004

Tracks
1. Can't Stand Me Now
2. Last Post On The Bugle
3. Don't Be Shy
4. The Man Who Would Be King
5. Music When The Lights Go Out
6. Narcissist
7. The Ha Ha Wall
8. Arbeit Macht Frei
9. Campaign Of Hate
10. What Katie Did
11. Tomblands
12. The Saga
13. Road To Ruin
14. What Became Of The Likely Lads

Once you know what a mess this band was and how horrible the bandmates were to each other, it kind of loses its fun. Not that it was trying to be much fun to begin with.

So this is one of those moody early 2000s album that is very mopey, with just a dash of punk. It's reminiscent of those really fucked up bands in the 70s. I hope Pete Doherty is able to turn it around. 

Not terrible music, but the quality isn't good enough to justify their abusive relationship.

RATING: 3/5

988. Street Signs

Street Signs
Ozomatli
2004

Tracks
1. Believe
2. Love & Hope
3. Street Signs
4. (Who Discovered) America?
5. Who's To Blame
6. Te Estoy Buscando
7. Saturday Night
8. Dejame En Paz
9. Santiago
10. Ya Viene El Sol
11. Dona Isabella
12. Nadie Te Tira
13. Cuando Canto

The List once again dips its toe into the world music scene. The majority of the albums they select are clearly trying to connect to Western audiences, and I am left with the impression that they are surely better, more authentic options they could have gone with instead. Like I said, this is only an impression, since I am not claiming to be a world music expert.

So this is okay, but it had the feel of music they would play at a vacation resort or cruise, so that American tourists could feel like they are getting a taste of the local flavor. Listenable, but a little obnoxious.

I want to end this List on amicable terms, so I hope the last ten or so albums left are better than this.

RATING: 2/5

987. Heroes to Zeroes

Heroes to Zeroes
Beta Band
2004

Tracks

1. Assessment

2. Space

3. Lion Thief

4. Easy

5. Wonderful

6. Troubles

7. Out-Side

8. Space Beatle

9. Rhododendron

10. Liquid Bird

11. Simple

12. Pure For

I've been really impressed with the albums lately, so naturally, we were due for a not so great entry. This isn't actually terrible, but compared to the caliber of the recent entries it seems worse than it is.

It's just sort of bland. I guess they were going with a Belle and Sebastian type feel, but they were not as interesting. It was still entertaining to listen to, but there was nothing particularly wow-inducing about it.

So a middle of the road album, which is not what I demand from 2004 (between Arcade Fire and Nick Cave, I'm spoiled). 

RATING: 3/5

986. Fly or Die

Fly or Die
N.E.R.D.
2004

Tracks
1. Don't Worry About It
2. Fly Or Die
3. Jump
4. Backseat Love
5. She Wants To Move
6. Breakout
7. Wonderful Place
8. Drill Sergeant
9. Thrasher
10. Maybe
11. The Way She Dances
12. Chariot Of Fire

We reach yet another aimed at teenage boys. Usually, I find this music appalling or grating, but I actually enjoyed this quite a bit.

This is probably due to their enthusiastic use of hooks throughout the album. My favorite track was probably "Thrasher." I liked how the combined rap, rock, and R&B to make this. It's not the most challenging or complex music, but it is really fun.

2004 has been surprisingly great so far!

RATING: 4/5

985. Franz Ferdinand

Franz Ferdinand
Franz Ferdinand
2004

Tracks
1. Jacqueline
2. Tell Her Tonight
3. Take Me Out
4. The Dark Of The Matinée
5. Auf Achse
6. Cheating On You
7. This Fire
8. Darts Of Pleasure
9. Michael
10. Come On Home
11. 40'

Franz Ferdinand brings us an intensely danceable album here. Typically, I am wary of dance music, as it doesn't always have that much substance. Thankfully, that was not the case here.

Ferdinand provides funny music that is intended to make you want to get up and move. I've been really impressed with the debut albums lately. How are artists able to perfect their sound right out of the gate? It's really incredible.

Just a fun album and one I will be revisiting soon.

RATING: 4/5

984. Abattoir Blues/The Lyre of Orpheus

Abattoir Blues/The Lyre of Orpheus
Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds
2004

Tracks
Abattoir Blues:

1. Get Ready For Love
2. Cannibal's Hymn
3. Hiding All Away
4. Messiah Ward
5. There She Goes, My Beautiful World
6. Nature Boy
7. Abbatoir Blues
8. Let The Bells Ring
9. Fable Of The Brown Ape

The Lyre of Orpheus:

1. The Lyre Of Orpheus
2. Breathless
3. Babe, You Turn Me On
4. Easy Money
5. Supernaturally
6. Spell
7. Carry Me
8. O Children

Even if I was inclined to dislike Nick Cave, I would have to love this album for containing the Harry/Hermione anthem we are all familiar with. However....

We can extrapolate from the 500th anniversary of Nearly Headless Nick's death day (which took place in 1492) that the events of Harry Potter take place in the 90s...meaning this song shouldn't have been playing on the radio. I know, I'm as shocked as you are. This is only one of 64 issues I have with the Deathly Hallow movies.

Ahem, but I guess I'll save my Harry Potter movie angst for my therapy sessions.

In any case, Nick Cave is amazing, and this album is excellent. Every track was essential and contributed to the tone and mood. Often, double albums have many skippable tracks, but that was certainly not the case here.

So the last Nick Cave album on the List and this goodbye is hitting me hard. Thank you, Nick, for all the wonderful music. May I borrow your Time Turner?

RATING: 5/5

983. Rejoicing in the Hands

Rejoicing in the Hands
Devendra Banhart
2004

Tracks
1. This Is The Way
2. It's A Sight To Behold
3. The Body Breaks
4. Poughkeepsie
5. Dogs They Make Up The Dark
6. Will Is My Friend
7. This Beard Is For Siobhan
8. See Saw
9. Tit Smoking In The Temple Of Artesan Mimicry
10. Rejoicing In The Hands
11. Fall
12. Todo Los Dolores
13. When The Sun Shone On Vetiver
14. There Was The Sun
15. Insect Eyes
16. Autumn's Child

It's odd, but I knew I loved this album when Devendra Banhart hit a certain note in "The Body Breaks." It just took me back to so many great folk singers we've had on the List...okay, I promise not to get weepy since we are almost done here.

So Devendra Banhart is obviously heavily influenced by Nick Drake. Nick Drake didn't leave the strongest impression on me, but he sure left an impact on many artists I like. Once again, a great album from 2004 is essentially a throwback to the 70s folk scene.

Two five star albums in a row! Will Nick Cave give us a third?

RATING: 5/5

982. Funeral

Funeral
Arcade Fire
2004

Tracks
1. Neighborhood #1 (Tunnels)
2. Neighborhood #2 (Laïka)
3. Une Année Sans Lumiere
4. Neighborhood #3 (Power Out)
5. Neighborhood #4 (Kettles)
6. Crown Of Love
7. Wake Up
8. Haiti
9. Rebellion (Lies)
10. In The Backseat

I don't mean to jinx us, but I think the last twenty or so albums on this List are going to be really good. We got Nick Cave coming up, more Rufus Wainwright, the White Stripes, and Kings of Leon. I have high hopes that the List is going to end on a high note.

This was an excellent album that's brilliance sinks in immediately, although I wasn't entirely sure why. I just knew instantly I was listening to something special. It was fascinating trying to puzzle out the lyrics, and the melodies were really beautiful.

So a thoughtful album that is over much too soon. 

RATING: 5/5

981. Penance Soiree

Penance Soiree
Icarus Line
2004

Tracks
1. Up Against The Wall Motherfucker
2. Spit On It
3. On The Lash
4. Caviar
5. Spike Island
6. Kiss Like Lizards
7. Getting Bright At Night
8. Big Sleep
9. White Devil
10. Meatmaker
11. Virgin Velcro
12. Sea Sick
13. Party The Baby Off

Icarus Line gives us an interesting rock album that is on theme with our current trend. I feel like rock music in the early 2000s wasn't really trying to be too innovative. They just want to capture the sounds of older bands. 

This makes for entertaining albums, even if they aren't revolutionary works of art. It does drag on a bit longer than I'd like with nine or six minute tracks, but it didn't ruin the album for me.

I had never heard of Icarus Line before. I don't know if I will be revisiting them, but I'm glad the List introduced us.

RATING: 3/5

980. Smile

Smile
Brian Wilson
2004

Tracks
1. Our Prayer
2. Heroes and Villains
3. Roll Plymouth Rock
4. Barnyard
5. Old Master Painter / You Are My Sunshine
6. Cabin Essence
7. Wonderful
8. Song for Children
9. Child Is Father of the Man
10. Surf's Up
11. I'm In Great Shape
12. Workshop
13. Vega-Tables
14. On a Holiday
15. Wind Chimes
16. Mrs. O'Leary's Cow
17. In Blue Hawaii
18. Good Vibrations

Smile was originally supposed to be released after Pet Sounds, but apparently Brian Wilson set fire to the tapes. The guy was going through some stuff. Instead, they released Smiley Smile, which was a bastardized version of this album. Finally, Wilson got his shiz together, and released the version on the List.

Which means that some of the songs on this album are spoiled in the sense of being released already. But it is still fun to listen to and has that instantly recognizable Beach Boys sound. It's a sound that is a bit too sunny for my taste, but is still enjoyable nonetheless.

The production on the album is also excellent, so all in all, worth the wait. 

RATING: 4/5

979. Destroy Rock and Roll

Destroy Rock and Roll
Mylo
2004

Tracks
1. Valley Of The Dolls
2. Sunworshipper
3. Musclecars
4. Drop The Pressure
5. In My Arms
6. Guilty Of Love
7. Paris Four Hundred
8. Destroy Rock & Roll
9. Rikki
10. Otto's Journey
11. Muscle Car (Reform Reprise)
12. Zenophile
13. Need You Tonite
14. Emotion 98.6

House music is so hard to judge, because if you are just sitting alone in your apartment and listening to it, it's never very interesting. You need to be in a club or festival setting, otherwise it doesn't translate.

Of course, Mylo tries to make it interesting by including jokes and some commentary. I found those bits rather repetitive and obnoxious, but at least it made the album stand out a little. 

This was clearly made with minimalism in mind, and for the most part it worked. But this style still isn't my cup of tea.

RATING: 2/5

978. Medulla

Medulla
Bjork
2004

Tracks
1. Pleasure Is All Mine
2. Show Me Forgiveness
3. Where Is The Line
4. Vökuró
5. Öll Birtan
6. Who Is It (Carry My Joy On The Left, Carry My Pain On The Right)
7. Submarine
8. Desired Constellation
9. Oceania
10. Sonnets/Unrealities XI
11. Ancestors
12. Mouth's Cradle
13. Midvikudags
14. Triumph Of A Heart

Finally a concept album where I am interested in the concept. Bjork makes an album that is almost entirely composed of human voices, without any instrumentals. Which would be interesting even if the execution wasn't great.

Fortunately, it's Bjork so it turned out really well. I will always find her voice fascinating, and making it the focal point of the album was a great idea.

Our last Bjork album on the List, and I am much more sad to see her go than Morrissey. 

RATING: 5/5

977. You Are The Quarry

You Are The Quarry
Morrissey
2004

Tracks
1. America Is Not The World
2. Irish Blood, English Heart
3. I Have Forgiven Jesus
4. Come Back To Camden
5. I'm Not Sorry
6. The World Is Full Of Crashing Bores
7. How Can Anybody Possibly Know How I Feel?
8. The First Of The Gang To Die
9. Let Me Kiss You
10. All The Lazy Dykes
11. I Like You
12. You Know I Couldn't Last

Morrissey is true to form in this album, as an unbearably self righteous whiner. According to "America Is Not The World" he will only deign to speak to Americans if we have a female, black, or gay president. Well, we've since checked one of the boxes, but you probably still don't want to talk to us yet.

He's not the worst lyricist, but the character he takes on his music is so obnoxious that you're tempted to disagree with whatever he says on principle. The music feels secondary to the irritating, holier than thou purpose behind it. 

I've relieved that we've finally reached the last Morrissey album.  He is criminally over represented on this List.

RATING: 2/5