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Originally Posted by steel_horse75
i felt like this when it first came out in 95. But its my 2nd fav album of theirs now.
I dont know how old you are or when you first became a fan but as fan aged 20 back in 95 this album was everything i wasnt listening to at the time - pantera, white zombie, corrosion of conformity- heavy stuff so as soon as i stuck this on i was like this sucks. But over time its blossomed.
Reallu dont understand your shallow song writting comment either.
I think TD is an album of everyone bringing their best to the table.
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There is some social commentary on the record, but "junior don't make 21" is hardly "woah, man, if you put it like that, shit, I never thought about it like that". It's hardly bursting with intellectual insight; if it works, it works because of the heartfelt delivery. But people act like it's pure poetry or a brilliant analysis of the 90s or whatever. And the lyrical angle makes it less of a "fun" record for sure.
Here, since that comment already attracted some interest...
Hey God: I like the attitude and conviction, but all truth be told, it doesn't move much. The riff is running in place, the vocal melody in the chorus is mostly shouty.
Something for the Pain: The production feels gimmicky, the lyrical "gag" (YOU're something for the pain) is extremely Desmond Child. Okay song.
This Ain't a Love Song: The production and guitar playing give this heavy Eros Ramazzotti vibes. I much prefer Bells of Freedom, but it's a decent song.
These Days: Excellent song.
Lie to Me: 35 year old multi millionaire Jon doing his best to muster up some Springsteen working class consciousness; the music is a bit too mellow.
Damned: I prefer Keep The Faith.
My Guitar Lies Bleeding in My Arms: Bad lyrics. Weird guitar playing during the middle bit.
(It's Hard) Letting You Go: Very good song.
Hearts Breaking Even: Aerosmith-leftover sounding. Decent.
Something to Believe In: Clumsy lyrics, "Don't You Forget About Me" intro. Choice of subject matter feels genuine
If That's What It Takes: Fun
Diamond Ring: Weirdly horny vibe given the subject matter, weird lyrics too. And yeah, I know it shares its origins with Let's Make It Baby.