"Automatic For The People" is the eighth studio album by the American alternative rock band R.E.M., released in 1992. The album features a blend of introspective lyrics and melodic instrumentation, showcasing the band's signature sound. It includes popular tracks like "Everybody Hurts" and "Man on the Moon," which contributed to its critical and commercial success. The album is often regarded as one of R.E.M.'s best works, reflecting themes of loss, mortality, and the human experience. Its production, handled by Scott Litt, emphasizes a more acoustic and atmospheric approach compared to previous albums, making it a defining release of the early '90s.