"Elephant" is the fourth studio album by the American rock duo The White Stripes, consisting of Jack White (vocals, guitar, keyboards) and Meg White (drums, percussion). Released in 2003, the album is widely regarded as one of The White Stripes' most significant works and a landmark in the garage rock revival.
The album opens with the iconic track "Seven Nation Army," featuring a memorable guitar riff that became one of the band's signature sounds. "Elephant" showcases a raw and bluesy aesthetic, with Jack White's distinctive guitar style and Meg White's primal drumming.
The diversity of the album is evident in tracks like "Black Math," "The Hardest Button to Button," and "Ball and Biscuit," where Jack White's soulful vocals and blues-inspired guitar work take center stage. The album also includes a cover of Burt Bacharach and Hal David's "I Just Don't Know What to Do with Myself," adding a touch of classic pop to the mix.
"Elephant" received critical acclaim for its energy, creativity, and departure from conventional production techniques. It won the Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album in 2004, and "Seven Nation Army" earned the Grammy Award for Best Rock Song. The album's impact on rock music is enduring, influencing subsequent generations of musicians and contributing to The White Stripes' status as one of the defining acts of the 2000s garage rock revival.
