Anthology
Oingo Boingo · 1999
149 min · 34 tracks · new wave
A vibrant blend of ska, rock, and new wave energizes these eclectic tracks, showcasing Oingo Boingo's unique sound and lyrical wit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Weird Science — This track exemplifies Oingo Boingo's playful fusion of rock and quirky lyrics, becoming an anthem of the '80s and enduring pop culture.
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Dead Man's Party — With its infectious beat and haunting lyrics about mortality, this song captures the band's theatrical style while resonating with listeners' existential reflections.
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Only a Lad — This track offers a satirical take on youth rebellion and societal expectations, showcasing the band's sharp lyrical wit over an energetic ska-punk backdrop.
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Little Girls — With its controversial themes wrapped in catchy melodies, this song reflects the band’s ability to tackle provocative subjects while remaining engaging and fun.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful irreverence throughout tracks
- dynamic live performance energy
- eclectic mix for varied moods
- nostalgic reflections on youth
- engaging sing-along opportunities
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, concise albums
- avoid complex lyrical themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1999, 'Anthology' serves as a comprehensive retrospective for Oingo Boingo, following their disbandment a year prior. This compilation highlights their evolution through the '80s and '90s, showcasing both popular hits and deeper cuts that define their eclectic style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The B-52's· Devo· Fishbone
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Intro-Tender Lumplings (live) 0:47
- 2 Ain't This the Life 3:38
- 3 Nasty Habits 4:08
- 4 On the Outside 3:51
- 5 Only a Lad 3:57
- 6 Little Girls 3:36
- 7 Grey Matter 5:52
- 8 Wild Sex (In the Working Class) 4:08
- 9 Private Life 3:17
- 10 No Spill Blood 3:41
- 11 Nothing Bad Ever Happens to Me 3:43
- 12 Sweat 4:48
- 13 Who Do You Want to Be 3:33
- 14 Gratitude 5:14
- 15 It Only Makes Me Laugh 4:05
- 16 Everybody Needs 3:51
- 17 Dead Man's Party 6:20
- 18 Weird Science 6:12
Disc 2
- 1 Just Another Day 5:14
- 2 Stay 3:36
- 3 Not My Slave 4:42
- 4 Where Do All My Friends Go 4:29
- 5 Mama 4:48
- 6 Cinderella Undercover 4:37
- 7 Flesh 'n' Blood 4:17
- 8 When the Lights Go Out 4:10
- 9 Out of Control 4:09
- 10 Insanity (medium version) 4:56
- 11 Mary 6:26
- 12 We Close Our Eyes (live) 4:41
- 13 Whole Day Off (live) 4:37
- 14 Piggies (live) 6:54
- 15 Insects (live) 3:25
- 16 Goodbye, Goodbye 3:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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