Losing My Religion / Shiny Happy People [Single]

R.E.M. | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (May 27, 1993)
• Original Release Date: May 27, 1993
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Single
• Label: Warner Bros / Wea
• ASIN: B000002KPK
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #400,539 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Losing My Religion

2. Shiny Happy People

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars what can i say, November 2, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Losing My Religion / Shiny Happy People (Audio CD)

Well this is the best song that REM have done and not just that, I would say that it is the best song of all time. It makes me turn up the volume control to max every time I hear it, and that is what a great song should make you do when you hear it. All other songs should be compared to this masterpiece. Only a few songs come close, "Bang and Blame", and probably "Everybody Hurts",but not much else. It combines early 90's pop with some 80's rock, and Stipe's voice is perfect for the tune and lyrics. END

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars R.E.M.'s Biggest Hit, May 16, 2001

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This review is from: Losing My Religion / Shiny Happy People (Audio CD)

"Losing My Religion" is R.E.M.'s biggest hit, peaking at number 4 in 1991. Despite its high chart status, the song is not your typical top 40 hit. The song is driven by Peter Buck's twangy mandolin and Michael Stipe's introspective lyrics. The song is a true testament to R.E.M.'s ability to reach mass audiences while maintaining their credibility. "Shiny Happy People" was also a top ten hit and while many hardcore R.E.M. fans are dismissive of it, the song has a fun, bouncy quality that shows the band has an ability to cut loose and have some fun.

2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Well Well Well..., February 16, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Losing My Religion / Shiny Happy People (Audio CD)

In my opinion this is the greatest song ever! I also think that REM is a great band. And i'm only 13. My sugestion is to buy this single... I heard this song over 200 times and i still like it. This song reminds me my sad times and it cheers me up. It's great to hear when you are down. Well this is it... i need to go, so buy this song and remember "Losing My Religion" is the best song you will ever hear... I assure you!