1001 Albums Summary

A potentially perfect album. A classic in both the public and personal canon. It sounds entirely familiar while being completely unique. My favorite track is likely Tears Dry On Their Own, with the hidden melancholy of Rehab a close second.

OK honestly, can barely finish listening. It's Nirvana. It's great for what it is but it isn't for me. This is the follow-up to Nevermind and it's not as good. Heart Shaped Box is the best song, but I've always found the concept of the song to be confusing. This album sounds noisier (in a bad way) and less....real? than Nevermind does. Also, the song 'Rape Me' is a perennial track-to-avoid. Next.

Of the Nirvana albums, this is the best. It's both noisy and narrative, the songs are fun and dancey despite the grunge. Far superior to In Utero, in my honest opinion. Some true bangers within.

This album is beautiful and iconic. I didn't expect it to be as full of hits as it was. 'Don't You Know' was a new delight, and 'You Don't Own Me' is iconic. This music stands the test of time and feels as fresh and relevant as ever.

Oh, I mean, goddamn. No choice but to give it a 5/5. It's iconic and heartwrenching. Why even listen, why trod that path?!