Something's Always Wrong

Toad the Wet Sprocket

About Something's Always Wrong

"Something's Always Wrong" is a single by alternative rock band Toad the Wet Sprocket. The song is included on their 1994 album Dulcinea. "Something's Always Wrong" was co-written by Glen Phillips and Todd Nichols. Although not as popular as "Fall Down", "Something's Always Wrong" became a hit in the United States and Canada and helped propel Dulcinea to platinum status.

Year:: 1994
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Toad the Wet Sprocket

Toad the Wet Sprocket is an American alternative rock band formed in 1986. The band consists of vocalist and guitarist Glen Phillips, guitarist Todd Nichols, bassist Dean Dinning, and drummer Randy Guss. The band enjoyed chart success in the 1990s with the singles "Walk on the Ocean", "All I Want", "Something's Always Wrong", and "Fall Down", among others. The band broke up in 1998 to pursue other projects but in 2006 began touring the United States as a band in small-venue, short-run tours each summer. In December 2010, the band announced their official reunion as a full-time working band and have started writing songs for their first new studio album since their 1997 Columbia Records release Coil. more »

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Pop, Rock

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Alternative Rock, Pop Rock

10 facts about this song

Band Origin "Something's Always Wrong" is a song by the American alternative rock band, Toad the Wet Sprocket, which formed in 1986.
Album The song is from their fourth studio album, "Dulcinea," which was released in 1994.
Chart Performance The song hit #9 on the US Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, and #41 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of the band's most successful singles.
Style The song reflects Toad the Wet Sprocket's signature blend of folk and rock, and has been praised for its deeply emotive lyrics and haunting melody.
Inspiration The song, like many others on the "Dulcinea" album, was reportedly inspired by the band's struggles with sudden fame and the pressures of the music industry.
Music Video The music video for "Something's Always Wrong" was directed by Samuel Bayer, who worked with many notable bands in the 90s, including Nirvana and The Smashing Pumpkins.
Pop Culture The song was also featured in the soundtrack of the popular TV show 'Friends' in the episode 'The One with Five Steaks and an Eggplant.'
Legacy Even after the band broke up in 1998, "Something's Always Wrong" continued to be a fan favorite and is often played on 90's Alternative and Adult Album Alternative radio stations.
Reunion Toad the Wet Sprocket reunited in 2006 and "Something's Always Wrong" continues to be a staple in their live performances.
Cover Versions The song has been covered by many artists over the years, underlining its enduring popularity.

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