single · February 1, 1996

This Here Giraffe

The Flaming Lips

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Warner RecordsSee this day

alternativeindie rockpsychedelic rock

The Flaming Lips' 1996 single 'This Here Giraffe' is a standout track from their Warner Records debut, showcasing the band's evolving experimental edge. It offers a glimpse into the sonic explorations that would define their later work.

• The single features a distinct, playful vocal sample and a driving, yet slightly off-kilter, rhythm section.
• It was released on the major label Warner Records, signaling a new phase for the band after years on independent labels.
• The B-side, 'Psychiatric Assassin,' offers a more abrasive and noisy counterpoint to the A-side's melodic experimentation.

Hailing from Oklahoma City, The Flaming Lips are a long-running psychedelic rock band known for their avant-garde sound and elaborate live shows. In 1996, they were between the experimental detour of 'Clouds Taste Metallic' and the more accessible, yet still surreal, 'Zaireeka.'