title: Well Thought Out Twinkles
text: # Well Thought Out Twinkles
  
  "Well Thought Out Twinkles" is a song by American rock band Silversun Pickups. The song was released as the third single from the band's debut album Carnavas, peaking at no. 9 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart.
  
  ## Reception
  
  In his review of Carnavas, Carlos Grischow of IGN selected "Well Thought Out Twinkles" as a highlight, saying the song " has claws that make a valiant effort to rip a hole through your soul." Rolling Stone favorably compared the song to the Smashing Pumpkins, highlighting the vocals of Brian Aubert and Nikki Monninger. Pitchfork was more negative, calling the lyrics "wholly incomprehensible."
  
  ## Music video
  
  The song's music video was directed by Philip Andelman. The video, shot mostly in black and white, shows the band performing the song.
  
  ## Charts
  
  | Chart (2007) | Peak position |
  | - | - |
  | Canada Rock (Billboard) | 34 |
  | Scotland (OCC) | 54 |
  | UK Singles (OCC) | 46 |
  | US Alternative Airplay (Billboard) | 9 |
  