Want
Rufus Wainwright · 2005
120 min · 28 tracks · indie pop
Lush orchestrations entwine with introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant and emotive sonic landscape.
Want is an album by Rufus Wainwright, released in 2005. Lush orchestrations entwine with introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant and emotive sonic landscape. This album is notable for its orchestral arrangements and lyrical depth, showcasing Wainwright's unique blend of pop and classical influences. It received positive reviews from critics and has been recognized for its artistic ambition, further solidifying Wainwright's reputation as a leading figure in contemporary music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Want sound like?
Lush orchestrations entwine with introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant and emotive sonic landscape. Rooted in indie pop.
What makes Want by Rufus Wainwright notable?
This album is notable for its orchestral arrangements and lyrical depth, showcasing Wainwright's unique blend of pop and classical influences. It received positive reviews from critics and has been recognized for its artistic ambition, further solidifying Wainwright's reputation as a leading figure in contemporary music. In 2005, Rufus Wainwright released 'Want' as his fourth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Want Two' from the previous year. At this point in his career, he was establishing himself as a distinctive voice in indie pop, building on the success of his earlier works while exploring more mature themes in his songwriting.
How many songs are on Want?
Want has 28 tracks, running approximately 120 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Oh What a World 4:23
- 2 I Don't Know What It Is 4:51
- 3 Vicious World Standout 2:49
- 4 Movies of Myself 4:30
- 5 Pretty Things Standout 2:40
- 6 Go or Go Ahead Standout 6:38
- 7 Vibrate 2:44
- 8 14th Street 4:44
- 9 Natasha 3:28
- 10 Harvester of Hearts 3:35
- 11 Beautiful Child 4:15
- 12 Want 5:10
- 13 11:11 4:27
- 14 Dinner at Eight 4:33
Disc 2
- 1 Agnus Dei 5:45
- 2 The One You Love 3:44
- 3 Peach Trees 5:59
- 4 Little Sister 3:22
- 5 The Art Teacher 3:51
- 6 Hometown Waltz 2:33
- 7 This Love Affair 3:13
- 8 Gay Messiah 3:14
- 9 Memphis Skyline 4:51
- 10 Waiting for a Dream 4:14
- 11 Crumb by Crumb 4:13
- 12 Old Whore's Diet 9:06
- 13 Chelsea Hotel No. 2 3:55
- 14 In With the Ladies 3:52
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