Top 10 Best Alt J Songs

Formed in Leeds, UK, in 2007, Alt-J quickly made a name for themselves in the indie music scene, earning praise for their innovative use of harmony, rhythm, and lyrics. Their songs are akin to a sonic tapestry, woven together with haunting melodies, unconventional chord progressions, and lyrics that are as poetic as they are cryptic.

From the infectious beats of "Breezeblocks" to the ethereal soundscapes of "Taro," Alt-J has a way of crafting songs that simultaneously challenge and captivate listeners. Each track is a journey, taking you through a myriad of musical terrains, often within the same song. Whether it's the juxtaposition of lush instrumentation against stark minimalism, or their ability to conjure vivid imagery with their lyrics, there's always something fascinating to discover within an Alt-J song.

The Top Ten

  1. Breezeblocks

    I have yet to tire of this song. Though I know when the masses discover it, I will be done. Luckily for me, it's taking a minute.

    Breezeblocks shouldn't just be the number one song on this list. It should be the number one song ever created.

    Not only the best Alt-J song, but the best song ever! Glad my vote put it at number one where it deserves to be!

  2. Taro

    Taro is amazing. Too good to be put into words. At first, I got hooked on the rhythm of the song and already loved it. Once I Googled what the lyrics actually meant, the song just had more emotion and depth.

    Definitely better than the hip hop music nowadays.

    It's weird that trying to describe how beautiful this song is makes me kind of emotional. It's just the most perfect song.

    One of the most beautiful songs I've ever listened to. Simple as that.

  3. Matilda

    Easily should be in the top 3. My personal favorite from the fantastic album.

  4. Fitzpleasure

    Everything about this song is mind-blowing. From the subject matter to the production and beat switches, Fitzpleasure is easily Alt-J's most genius song.

  5. Tessellate

  6. Every Other Freckle

    This song is so weird but so amazing. Genius.

  7. Hunger of the Pine

    It might sound funny, but I cry each time I hear this song. The build-up, the melody, the instruments... Everything is perfect.

    Definitely one of my favorite songs from Alt-J and one of my favorite songs of all time.

  8. Nara

    The people below said it better than me, but this is not only my favorite Alt-J song, it's also just one of my favorite songs of any genre. Why? Because it's beautiful, complex, and you get lost in it every single time.

    Probably in my top 10 songs I've ever heard, and I'm more of a metal guy.

    Stick around after Arrival in Nara because this is where things get epic. At about the three-minute mark, this song just explodes into a wall of thick synths, twinkly percussion, and eerie vocals that you'll lose yourself to.

  9. Left Hand Free

    This is by far their best song from This Is All Yours. It may stray from their typical sound, but this song is way too damn catchy to go unnoticed.

    Fantastic chorus, excellent guitar riffs all around, definitely deserves to be in the top 10.

    First heard this through Captain America: Civil War. Fit perfectly!

  10. Something Good

    11. The Newcomers
  11. ?

    Choice Kingdom

  12. ?

    Garden of England - Interlude

    13. The Contenders

  13. The Gospel of John Hurt

    This song is so creepy but at the same time so beautiful. There's nothing like it.

    Absolutely amazing tribute to Aliens!

  14. Deadcrush

    I love the chill effect on most of their songs, but this one is my favorite. Also, it was on FIFA 18. Cool!

  15. Pusher

  16. Ms

  17. Dissolve Me

  18. Intro

  19. Lovely Day

  20. Adeline

  21. 3WW

    This is an extremely underrated song that is absolutely beautiful. Though the start may be slow, those who are resilient and patient will be pleasantly treated to a masterpiece.

    I love this song so much. It is one of my all-time favorite songs. It's incredibly sensual, powerful, warm, and amazing. Joe Newman and Wolf Alice's Ellie Rowsell's vocals in this are perfect!

    This album might just be their best work yet.

  22. In Cold Blood

  23. Bloodflood Pt. II

  24. Warm Foothills

    Their best musical, lyrical, poetic, and sexy song. Too short, but glad it exists!

  25. Bloodflood

  26. Hit Me Like that Snare

  27. Bane

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