Figure 8 is the sixth studio album by Elliott Smith, released in 2000. The album expands on Smith’s signature melancholic songwriting with more layered instrumentation, blending indie rock, folk, and orchestral elements. With deeply introspective and emotionally raw lyrics, tracks like “Son Of Sam,” “Everything Reminds Me Of Her,” and “Pretty Mary K” explore themes of love, loss, and personal struggle. Figure 8 is praised for its intricate arrangements and remains a defining work in Smith’s discography.
Tracklist:
Side A:
A1. Son Of Sam
A2. Somebody That I Used To Know
A3. Junk Bond Trader
A4. Everything Reminds Me Of Her
Side B:
B1. Everything Means Nothing To Me
B2. LA
B3. In The Lost And Found (Honky Bach)
B4. The Roost
B5. Stupidity Tries
Side C:
C1. Easy Way Out
C2. Wouldn't Mama Be Proud?
C3. Color Bars
C4. Happiness
Side D:
D1. The Gondola Man
D2. Pretty Mary K
D3. I Better Be Quiet Now
D4. Can't Make A Sound
D5. Bye
Universal
2017
Vinyl, LP
Black
5728644
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