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Don't Want to Know If You Are Lonely

Hüsker Dü · 1986

16 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock · hardcore punk · post-hardcore

A raw and emotive blend of alternative rock and hardcore punk, capturing urgency and introspection.

Don't Want to Know If You Are Lonely is a single by Hüsker Dü, released in 1986. A raw and emotive blend of alternative rock and hardcore punk, capturing urgency and introspection. This album marked a significant moment for Hüsker Dü as it showcased their ability to balance melody with heavy sound, contributing to the burgeoning alternative rock scene. The title track became one of their most recognized songs, receiving critical acclaim and influencing countless bands that followed. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Don't Want to Know If You Are Lonely sound like?

A raw and emotive blend of alternative rock and hardcore punk, capturing urgency and introspection. Rooted in alternative rock and hardcore punk.

What makes Don't Want to Know If You Are Lonely by Hüsker Dü notable?

This album marked a significant moment for Hüsker Dü as it showcased their ability to balance melody with heavy sound, contributing to the burgeoning alternative rock scene. The title track became one of their most recognized songs, receiving critical acclaim and influencing countless bands that followed. Released in 1986, 'Don't Want to Know If You Are Lonely' is Hüsker Dü's follow-up to their landmark album 'Zen Arcade'. At this point, the band was transitioning from underground punk icons to mainstream alternative rock figures, exploring themes of isolation and disillusionment while maintaining their signature intensity.

How many songs are on Don't Want to Know If You Are Lonely?

Don't Want to Know If You Are Lonely has 3 tracks, running approximately 16 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·16:59

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

  • 1 Don't Want to Know If You Are Lonely Standout 3:29
  • 2 All Work and No Play Standout 8:24
  • 3 Helter Skelter (live) Standout 5:06

Release Date

January 1, 1986

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

16 min 59 sec