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Why Does It Always Rain on Me?

Travis · 1999

21 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock · pop rock · post-Britpop

Melodic alternative rock intertwines with introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of post-Britpop melancholy.

Why Does It Always Rain on Me? is a single by Travis, released in 1999. Melodic alternative rock intertwines with introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of post-Britpop melancholy. The album achieved significant commercial success, peaking at number two on the UK Albums Chart and featuring the hit single 'Why Does It Always Rain on Me?', which reached number ten on the UK Singles Chart. Its blend of introspective lyrics and catchy melodies resonated well with audiences, helping to define the late '90s soundscape in Britain. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Why Does It Always Rain on Me? sound like?

Melodic alternative rock intertwines with introspective lyrics, capturing the essence of post-Britpop melancholy. Rooted in alternative rock and pop rock.

What makes Why Does It Always Rain on Me? by Travis notable?

The album achieved significant commercial success, peaking at number two on the UK Albums Chart and featuring the hit single 'Why Does It Always Rain on Me?', which reached number ten on the UK Singles Chart. Its blend of introspective lyrics and catchy melodies resonated well with audiences, helping to define the late '90s soundscape in Britain. Released on August 2, 1999, 'Why Does It Always Rain on Me?' marks Travis's second studio album following their debut, 'Good Feeling.' At this point in their career, the band was transitioning from relative obscurity to mainstream recognition, with this album solidifying their place within the Britpop movement.

How many songs are on Why Does It Always Rain on Me??

Why Does It Always Rain on Me? has 5 tracks, running approximately 21 minutes.

Tracklist

5 tracks·21:10

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

  • 1 Why Does It Always Rain on Me? Standout 4:27
  • 2 Village Man Standout 3:18
  • 3 Driftwood (live at the Link Café, Glasgow) 4:06
  • 4 The Urge for Going 6:04
  • 5 Slide Show (live at the Link Café, Glasgow) 3:14

Release Date

August 2, 1999

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

21 min 10 sec