About this album
Where they were
Released on July 16, 2002, 'Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots' marked The Flaming Lips' artistic peak following their breakthrough album 'The Soft Bulletin' in 1999. The band was increasingly recognized for their ambitious soundscapes and layered production techniques, solidifying their status within the alternative rock scene.
Why it matters
This album was a critical success, receiving widespread acclaim and earning a Grammy Award nomination for Best Alternative Music Album. Its single 'Do You Realize??' became an anthem for positivity and resilience, charting on the Billboard Hot 100 and solidifying the band's influence on both alternative rock and mainstream music culture.
Essential tracks
- "Do You Realize??" — This track encapsulates the album's themes of mortality and appreciation for life through its poignant lyrics and uplifting melody, making it one of the band's most beloved songs.
- "Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Part 1" — A standout track that introduces the narrative concept of battling inner demons with a catchy chorus and vibrant instrumentation that exemplifies the band's unique sound.
- "Fight Test" — 'Fight Test' serves as an introspective reflection on conflict and self-doubt, featuring haunting harmonies that resonate deeply with listeners while showcasing the band's lyrical depth.
Release Date
July 16, 2002
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 Fight Test 4:14
- 2 One More Robot / Sympathy 3000-21 4:59
- 3 Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Part 1 4:45
- 4 Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Part 2 2:57
- 5 In the Morning of the Magicians 6:18
- 6 Ego Tripping at the Gates of Hell 4:34
- 7 Are You a Hypnotist?? 4:44
- 8 It’s Summertime 4:20
- 9 Do You Realize?? 3:32
- 10 All We Have Is Now 3:53
- 11 Approaching Pavonis Mons by Balloon (Utopia Planitia) 3:09