You Forgot It In People
by Broken Social Scene
User Score
8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 119 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 109 out of 119
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 119
  3. Negative: 6 out of 119

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  1. [Anonymous]
    Jun 11, 2003
    10
    Outstanding. Indie pop at its absolute finest!
  2. Fruitbat
    Jun 5, 2003
    10
    Engaging, deep, endlessly surprising and immeasureably satisfying...It's easy to overhype an album that is so off-the-charts inventive as this one, especially with a year's-worth of advance gushing from the Canadian press and public. But the fact that this album succeeds at every one of its varied styles and ambitions is especially amazing when one considers just how many Engaging, deep, endlessly surprising and immeasureably satisfying...It's easy to overhype an album that is so off-the-charts inventive as this one, especially with a year's-worth of advance gushing from the Canadian press and public. But the fact that this album succeeds at every one of its varied styles and ambitions is especially amazing when one considers just how many musicians contributed to every song. This may be the only case in recorded (musical) history where too many cooks do NOT spoil the broth.… Expand
  3. BookerP
    Jul 21, 2003
    10
    Demands 10 listens to even comment. Different. Familiar. Hey, this is pretty good -- I love this song -- wait -- holy shi--
  4. Mark
    Mar 8, 2006
    10
    When I first brought this (unawre of any hype), I listened to it once and thought it was 'alright', and left it on my shelf for a few months without another thought. Then I shoved it on in the background one night and...barely a day has gone by when I haven't given it a spin since. Possibly my favourite album in my collection.
  5. benjaminbunny
    Oct 27, 2003
    10
    Sublime. Sounds like falling in love. Gorgeously produced and played, the most endlessly listenable, and I believe best album of 2003.
  6. Jacqueline
    Jun 15, 2004
    10
    It's a symphony.
  7. feebsb
    Jun 16, 2004
    10
    this is the best album i've ever heard, and their concert i saw in march 2004 was even better. i am blown away with the musical talent of this band.
  8. Navarre
    Oct 6, 2005
    10
    The most amazing release of 2003 will not fade. after two years of listening it's still just as good as it was back then
  9. BrianA
    Jun 30, 2005
    10
    simply stunning! each song reveals new elements with each listen, like a cryptic puzzle one keeps finding new pieces for. The song "looks just like the sun" seems to find it's way into my head almost every day.
  10. SamB
    Feb 12, 2006
    10
    Simply awe inspiring, ethereal, timeless music
  11. StephenS
    Apr 26, 2006
    10
    Like opening a door into a new world. Outstanding!!
  12. chris
    Jun 10, 2003
    10
    Shockingly good, very rewarding upon repeat listenings. The best I've heard in about two years (and I'm a record fiend). Buy it now!
  13. stoosh
    Jun 17, 2003
    10
    all the pop music should be like this... i'm from italy and i really hope that this album will be imported here...
  14. EtienneJ
    Jun 5, 2003
    10
    One of the best CDs of the year. It's hard to find, but go to Pitchfork's review and at the bottom is a link to an online store where you can buy it. It's well worth it!!
  15. ClarenceW
    Apr 27, 2004
    10
    The Best album of this year. Or any of the last five for that matter.
  16. Lex
    Jul 30, 2004
    10
    Best album of the year no doubt
  17. DanC
    Apr 14, 2005
    10
    Amazing album that when listened to in order will take you on a beautiful journey that shows you anything is possible. And individually the songs are perfectly able to fit whatever mood you're in. But it works best as a whole, showing you all the emotions life has to offer.
  18. BenD
    Sep 21, 2005
    10
    There are many words that I use to describe music that I like. "Perfect", however, is not usually one of these words. You Forgot it in People may be the only album that I own that can honestly be described as being perfect. It rocks while somehow managing to be very relaxing at the same time. BSS also takes a different approach than most bands at creating a pop album. Insted of writing There are many words that I use to describe music that I like. "Perfect", however, is not usually one of these words. You Forgot it in People may be the only album that I own that can honestly be described as being perfect. It rocks while somehow managing to be very relaxing at the same time. BSS also takes a different approach than most bands at creating a pop album. Insted of writing every song with the intent of it becoming a huge hit, they write about half of the songs this way and balance out the other half with instrumentals. In fact, the best song on the album (Pacific Theme) is an instrumental. You Forgot it in People is truly music at its finest. Best album of 2003.… Expand
  19. IsaacL
    Sep 1, 2006
    10
    Broken Social Scene shows great improvement and kin to their their musical talents for this star sophomore release. The culmination of some of the best artists in the business. Kevin, Jimmy Emily and all have real chemistry and show the greatness Canada has to offer for music. This album is great for anybody and is instantly addictive! Put this release on your must have BSS list!
  20. jeru
    Nov 6, 2003
    10
    So far the greatest band to explode out of canada, with some of the most intelligent music every. It is beautiful.
  21. KiheoT
    Oct 22, 2003
    10
    Definitely the year's best. Improves with each listen - a stunning variety of influences and hooks. Stars and sons and lovers spit have been stuck in my head for months. Hope their next album is this strong.
  22. TheDude
    Oct 26, 2005
    10
    one of the greatest albums ever..
  23. NathanH
    Mar 19, 2006
    10
    Amazing Band
  24. stevea
    Feb 12, 2007
    10
    What a wonderful collection of tracks and musicians......i love it!
  25. BobovonB.
    Jul 17, 2007
    10
    BSS are a brilliant band with very densely textured songs, making cool use of inventive melodies, harmonies, rhythms and timbres.
  26. ScottC.
    Aug 19, 2007
    10
    Endlessly inventive and re-playable. One effortlessly great song after another covering a huge spectrum of styles. One of the greatest albums of the 2000's so far.
  27. JustinB.
    Sep 25, 2007
    10
    what an album!
  28. M88
    Nov 15, 2006
    10
    Wow. MINDBLOWING!
  29. Broseph437
    Sep 6, 2011
    10
    Excellent. Each song sounds completely different from the one before it, which is really rare in any genre of music. I got into this magnificent band back in High School and I haven't been disappointed yet. My interest was peaked when I was really into a band called At The Drive-In, and I saw a review that said the infamous "for fans of/if you like these guys check out/fans who bought thisExcellent. Each song sounds completely different from the one before it, which is really rare in any genre of music. I got into this magnificent band back in High School and I haven't been disappointed yet. My interest was peaked when I was really into a band called At The Drive-In, and I saw a review that said the infamous "for fans of/if you like these guys check out/fans who bought this album also bought this" tag line which I have always ignored back then(and still do for that matter) but I saw their name and thought "oh now see that's a band name! These guys have to be good!" And so, I purchased You Forgot In People and INSTANTLY I was almost brought to tears at it's beauty. Might sound over dramatic, and maybe even a little embellished, but the point I want to convey is it's that good. At the end of this album you will jump from your couch or chair or bed and scream "BRAVO!!!!"… Expand
  30. godwinkent888
    Feb 15, 2014
    10
    10/10. Obscure lyrics, fun instrumentation, and memorable hooks made this album one of my favorites. Since this review needs to have 150 characters, I have to babble nonsensically now.
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#15 Best Album of 2003
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#28 Most Discussed Album of 2003
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#42 Most Shared Album of 2003

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
86

Universal acclaim - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
  1. Pitchfork
    92
    This record explodes with song after song of endlessly replayable, perfect pop.
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  2. The A.V. Club
    80
    The commitment to iconoclastic expressiveness, which includes belting out some fairly raunchy lyrics, leads to dead ends, but Broken Social Scene never blows it altogether, because it holds onto its hooks to get out of tough corners.
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  3. Billboard
    90
    "People" boasts an uncommon beauty and originality, brimming with tunes that glimmer with pure magic.
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