John Henry

They Might Be Giants

John Henry

RELEASED: September 13, 1994
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Subliminal 2:45 2. Snail Shell 3:20 3. Sleeping in the Flowers 4:30 4. Unrelated Thing 2:30 5. AKA Driver 3:14 6. I Should Be Allowed to Think 3:09 7. Extra Savoir‐Faire 2:48 8. Why Must I Be Sad? 4:08 9. Spy 3:06 10. O, Do Not Forsake Me 2:30 11. No One Knows My Plan 2:37 12. Dirt Bike 3:05 13. Destination Moon 2:27 14. A Self Called Nowhere 3:22 15. Meet James Ensor 1:33 16. Thermostat 3:11 17. Window 1:00 18. Out of Jail 2:38 19. Stomp Box 1:55 20. The End of the Tour 3:18
Historical Archive
John Henry is the sixth studio album by the alternative rock band They Might Be Giants, released in 1994. The album showcases a blend of rock and pop with their signature quirky lyrics and innovative sound. It features a mix of instrumentation, including the use of brass and strings, which adds a rich texture to the music. Thematically, the album explores various topics, from personal anecdotes to broader cultural commentary, solidifying the band's reputation for clever and engaging songwriting.