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Army of Me

Björk · 1995

21 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock · electronic · avant-garde music

A bold fusion of industrial beats and haunting melodies, creating an empowering yet introspective sonic landscape.

Why listen to this

Best for
empowering anthems for self-assertion introspective moments for personal reflection short bursts of intense energy
Context
Released in 1995, 'Army of Me' was Björk's second solo single following her critically acclaimed debut album 'Debut' in 1993. This period marked a turning point for Björk as she transitioned from a pop star in the band The Sugarcubes to an innovative solo artist, showcasing her unique blend of electronic and avant-garde influences.
If you like
alternative rock, electronic, avant-garde music

Army of Me is a single by Björk, released in 1995. A bold fusion of industrial beats and haunting melodies, creating an empowering yet introspective sonic landscape. 'Army of Me' became one of Björk's signature songs, receiving widespread acclaim and establishing her as a formidable force in alternative music. The track peaked at number 10 on the UK Singles Chart and has influenced countless artists in the electronic and alternative genres, solidifying its place in music history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Army of Me sound like?

A bold fusion of industrial beats and haunting melodies, creating an empowering yet introspective sonic landscape. Rooted in alternative rock and electronic.

What makes Army of Me by Björk notable?

'Army of Me' became one of Björk's signature songs, receiving widespread acclaim and establishing her as a formidable force in alternative music. The track peaked at number 10 on the UK Singles Chart and has influenced countless artists in the electronic and alternative genres, solidifying its place in music history. Released in 1995, 'Army of Me' was Björk's second solo single following her critically acclaimed debut album 'Debut' in 1993. This period marked a turning point for Björk as she transitioned from a pop star in the band The Sugarcubes to an innovative solo artist, showcasing her unique blend of electronic and avant-garde influences.

Who is Army of Me for?

Army of Me works well if you're into empowering anthems for self-assertion, introspective moments for personal reflection and short bursts of intense energy.

How many songs are on Army of Me?

Army of Me has 5 tracks, running approximately 21 minutes.

Tracklist

5 tracks·21:35

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

  • 1 Army of Me Standout 3:56
  • 2 Army of Me (ABA All‐Stars mix) Standout 3:53
  • 3 Army of Me (Massey mix) Standout 5:17
  • 4 Army of Me Standout 4:39
  • 5 Army of Me (ABA All‐Stars instrumental) 3:49

Release Date

January 1, 1995

Artist Origin

Iceland

Runtime

21 min 35 sec