Released 20 years ago
Cansei de Ser Sexy
CSS · 2006
34 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant fusion of Brazilian rhythms and punk energy, bursting with playful irreverence and catchy hooks.
Top tracks — play these first
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Let's Make Love and Listen to Death From Above — This track exemplifies the band's ability to merge catchy melodies with dance-punk energy, making it a defining moment of the album and a staple in their live performances.
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Alcohol — The song captures CSS's signature wit and humor while delivering a punchy beat that encapsulates the carefree spirit of the album.
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Artbitch — With its sharp social commentary wrapped in an infectious groove, this track highlights CSS's knack for blending art and pop culture references seamlessly.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
CSS's debut album fuses punk energy with Brazilian rhythms, showcasing catchy hooks and playful lyrics.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down slightly in the latter part.
- Several tracks incorporate playful and irreverent lyrics that reflect a sense of humor, often delivered in a conversational vocal style.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- concise energetic bursts
- playful and infectious rhythms
- steady upbeat listening experience
- vibrant dance party vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Cansei de Ser Sexy marked CSS's debut studio album, released in January 2006, following their initial EPs that garnered attention in Brazil. The album positioned them as a key player in the burgeoning electro-pop scene, drawing international interest and establishing their distinct sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Yeah Yeah Yeahs· Sleigh Bells· MGMT
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 CSS Suxxx 1:56
- 2 Patins 2:18
- 3 Alala 3:58
- 4 Let’s Make Love and Listen to Death From Above 3:31
- 5 Artbitch 3:09
- 6 Fuckoff Is Not the Only Thing You Have to Show 4:02
- 7 Meeting Paris Hilton 3:11
- 8 Off the Hook 2:40
- 9 Alcohol 2:49
- 10 Music Is My Hot Hot Sex 3:07
- 11 This Month, Day 10 3:57
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