The People Who Grinned Themselves to Death

by The Housemartins

The People Who Grinned Themselves to Death cover art

The Housemartins’ final album perfectly contrasts bouncy, hyper-melodic jangle pop with fiercely cynical, Marxist political lyricism. Paul Heaton's soaring vocals deliver biting, sarcastic critiques of the British monarchy, capitalism, and societal apathy over bright, upbeat acoustic guitar lines. The record remains a remarkably witty, bittersweet triumph of left-wing indie pop.

Genres

  • Jangle Pop
  • Indie Pop

Tracklist

  1. The People Who Grinned Themselves To Death
  2. I Can't Put My Finger On It
  3. The Light Is Always Green
  4. The World's On Fire
  5. Pirate Aggro
  6. We're Not Going Back
  7. Me And The Farmer
  8. Five Get Over Excited
  9. Johannesburg
  10. Bow Down
  11. You Better Be Doubtful
  12. Build