Document

R.E.M.

Document

RELEASED: August 31, 1987
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Finest Worksong 3:50 2. Welcome to the Occupation 2:48 3. Exhuming McCarthy 3:21 4. Disturbance at the Heron House 3:34 5. Strange 2:33 6. It’s the End of the World as We Know It (and I Feel Fine) 4:07 7. The One I Love 3:17 8. Fireplace 3:24 9. Lightnin’ Hopkins 3:21 10. King of Birds 4:20 11. Oddfellows Local 151 5:10
Historical Archive
Document is the fifth studio album by American alternative rock band R.E.M., released on November 10, 1987. It marked a significant turning point in the band's career, showcasing a more polished sound while retaining their signature jangle pop style. The album features a mix of introspective lyrics and energetic instrumentation, reflecting the band's evolution. It includes hits like 'The One I Love' and 'It's the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine)', which have become enduring classics. The album is often credited with bringing R.E.M. into mainstream success and influencing countless artists in the alternative rock genre.