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Extra Credit

Jason Mraz · 2005

13 min · 3 tracks · alternative rock · funk · jazz

A whimsical blend of acoustic grooves and heartfelt lyrics, showcasing Mraz's signature lighthearted charm.

Extra Credit is an EP by Jason Mraz, released in 2005. A whimsical blend of acoustic grooves and heartfelt lyrics, showcasing Mraz's signature lighthearted charm. The EP is notable for its inclusion of 'I'm Yours,' which would later become a massive hit on Mraz's subsequent album, 'We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things.' While not charting as high as his later works, 'Extra Credit' solidified Mraz's ability to create catchy tunes and helped establish him within the pop music landscape of the mid-2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Extra Credit sound like?

A whimsical blend of acoustic grooves and heartfelt lyrics, showcasing Mraz's signature lighthearted charm. Rooted in alternative rock and funk.

What makes Extra Credit by Jason Mraz notable?

The EP is notable for its inclusion of 'I'm Yours,' which would later become a massive hit on Mraz's subsequent album, 'We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things.' While not charting as high as his later works, 'Extra Credit' solidified Mraz's ability to create catchy tunes and helped establish him within the pop music landscape of the mid-2000s. In 2005, Jason Mraz released 'Extra Credit' as a companion EP to his breakthrough album, 'Waiting for My Rocket to Come.' This period marked Mraz's ascent in the music industry, transitioning from an emerging artist to a recognizable name with a growing fanbase. The EP features early versions and live recordings that highlight his evolving sound.

How many songs are on Extra Credit?

Extra Credit has 3 tracks, running approximately 13 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·13:26

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

  • 1 Wordplay (Steve Lillywhite version) Standout 3:16
  • 2 I'm Yours (demo) Standout 4:17
  • 3 Halfway Home (live at the Eagles Ballroom) Standout 5:53

Release Date

January 1, 2005

Genre

alternative rock, funk, jazz

More albums in alternative rock

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

13 min 26 sec