Don't Let's Start
They Might Be Giants · 1987
7 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · experimental rock
Quirky melodies and offbeat lyrics collide with playful instrumentation in a vibrant indie pop landscape.
Don't Let's Start is a single by They Might Be Giants, released in 1987. Quirky melodies and offbeat lyrics collide with playful instrumentation in a vibrant indie pop landscape. 'Don't Let's Start' achieved significant acclaim, receiving airplay on college radio and paving the way for the band's later commercial success. The album's unique blend of quirky humor and catchy tunes influenced the burgeoning genre of geek rock, impacting numerous indie artists that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Don't Let's Start sound like?
Quirky melodies and offbeat lyrics collide with playful instrumentation in a vibrant indie pop landscape. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.
What makes Don't Let's Start by They Might Be Giants notable?
'Don't Let's Start' achieved significant acclaim, receiving airplay on college radio and paving the way for the band's later commercial success. The album's unique blend of quirky humor and catchy tunes influenced the burgeoning genre of geek rock, impacting numerous indie artists that followed. Released on November 2, 1987, 'Don't Let's Start' was They Might Be Giants' first album under Elektra Records, following their self-titled debut. This marked a transition into broader recognition as they began to carve out a niche within the alternative rock scene of the late 80s.
How many songs are on Don't Let's Start?
Don't Let's Start has 4 tracks, running approximately 7 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 5 Don’t Let’s Start Standout 2:35
- 6 We’re the Replacements Standout 1:55
- 7 When It Rains It Snows Standout 1:36
- 8 The Famous Polka 1:31
Release Date
November 2, 1987
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
7 min 38 sec
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