Faith No More

King for a Day… Fool for a Lifetime

First released1995

King for a Day… Fool for a Lifetime was recorded at Capitol Studios in Hollywood and One on One Recording Studios in Los Angeles between 1994 and 1995. The album was produced by Faith No More themselves alongside Matt Wallace, who had worked with the band on previous projects and brought his expertise in their signature experimental sound. The band employed innovative recording techniques including layered vocal arrangements and unconventional instrumentation to expand their sonic palette beyond their earlier work. The production process reflected the band's creative evolution during a period of artistic confidence following their commercial success with The Real Thing. The album was released in March 1995 and marked a deliberate artistic departure, showcasing increased musical complexity and diverse stylistic influences ranging from jazz to funk to avant-garde elements.