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Out of Time is the seventh studio album by American rock band R.E.M., released on March 12, 1991. The album marked a significant departure from the band's earlier sound, incorporating a more mainstream pop and folk influence while retaining their signature alternative rock style. It features the hit singles 'Losing My Religion' and 'Shiny Happy People', which helped catapult R.E.M. into international stardom. The album's layered instrumentation, contemplative lyrics, and innovative production contributed to its critical acclaim, solidifying R.E.M.'s place in rock history.