Superstar Car Wash
Goo Goo Dolls · 1993
44 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · indie pop
A vibrant mix of jangly guitars and emotive lyrics reflecting youthful angst and heartache.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments youthful angst and heartache for nostalgic afternoons
- Context
- Superstar Car Wash is the Goo Goo Dolls' third studio album, released in 1993 as they were transitioning from their punk roots into a more mainstream sound. This album followed their previous release, Hold Me Up (1991), and marked a significant step towards the commercial success that would come with their next album, A Boy Named Goo.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie pop
Superstar Car Wash is an album by Goo Goo Dolls, released in 1993. A vibrant mix of jangly guitars and emotive lyrics reflecting youthful angst and heartache. The album features the hit single 'We Are the Normal,' which received significant airplay on alternative rock stations, helping to elevate the band’s profile. Despite not reaching the same commercial heights as their later works, Superstar Car Wash is notable for its honest songwriting and has since garnered a cult following among fans of 90s alternative rock. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Superstar Car Wash sound like?
A vibrant mix of jangly guitars and emotive lyrics reflecting youthful angst and heartache. Rooted in alternative rock and indie pop.
What makes Superstar Car Wash by Goo Goo Dolls notable?
The album features the hit single 'We Are the Normal,' which received significant airplay on alternative rock stations, helping to elevate the band’s profile. Despite not reaching the same commercial heights as their later works, Superstar Car Wash is notable for its honest songwriting and has since garnered a cult following among fans of 90s alternative rock. Superstar Car Wash is the Goo Goo Dolls' third studio album, released in 1993 as they were transitioning from their punk roots into a more mainstream sound. This album followed their previous release, Hold Me Up (1991), and marked a significant step towards the commercial success that would come with their next album, A Boy Named Goo.
Who is Superstar Car Wash for?
Superstar Car Wash works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, youthful angst and heartache and for nostalgic afternoons.
How many songs are on Superstar Car Wash?
Superstar Car Wash has 14 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Fallin’ Down Standout 3:18
- 2 Lucky Star 3:06
- 3 Cuz You’re Gone Standout 3:31
- 4 Don’t Worry 2:25
- 5 Girl Right Next to Me 3:44
- 6 Domino 2:37
- 7 We Are the Normal Standout 3:38
- 8 String of Lies 3:08
- 9 Another Second Time Around 3:00
- 10 Stop the World 3:32
- 11 Already There 2:45
- 12 On the Lie 3:18
- 13 Close Your Eyes 2:25
- 14 So Far Away 3:55
Release Date
February 23, 1993
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
44 min 29 sec
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