What makes C'est Cheese by The Arrogant Worms notable?

This album is notable for its sharp satirical take on societal norms and Canadian identity, achieving cult status among fans of comedic music. It includes the popular track 'Proud to Be a Banker,' which humorously critiques financial institutions while climbing the charts in Canada. C'est Cheese is The Arrogant Worms' third studio album, released in 1995 after their breakthrough with the previous album, 'Dirt!' in 1994. By this time, they had solidified their unique comedic style and gained a loyal fanbase, enhancing their presence in the Canadian music scene.

How many songs are on C'est Cheese?

C'est Cheese has 15 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

C'est Cheese

The Arrogant Worms · 1995

40 min · 15 tracks · pop music

A playful blend of irreverent humor and catchy pop melodies that critiques everyday life and Canadian culture.

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Kill the Dog Next Door — This track exemplifies the band's irreverent humor, blending catchy melodies with absurd lyrics that comment on neighborly disputes in a whimsical way.
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Proud to Be a Banker — The song cleverly mocks corporate culture, using upbeat instrumentation to juxtapose the serious themes of wealth and social responsibility.
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History Is Made by Stupid People — With its catchy hook and pointed lyrics, this track critiques historical narratives shaped by ignorance, showcasing the band's ability to blend humor with social commentary.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends humor and catchy melodies, making it engaging but not deeply complex.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of humor in its lyrics, often employing satire to critique Canadian culture and societal norms.
Several tracks incorporate playful melodies that contrast with their more serious themes, creating a juxtaposition that engages the listener.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Sam, the Guy From 'Quincy' 2:03
2 Kill the Dog Next Door 3:31
3 Lonely Lab of Broken Hearts 5:07
4 Sex, Drugs & RRSPs 2:37
5 History Is Made by Stupid People 2:39
6 My Voice Is Changing 2:19
7 Proud to Be a Banker 2:24
8 Horizon 3:28
9 The Happy Happy Birthday Song 1:55
10 Dangerous 2:48
11 The Mountie Song 3:26
12 Dog Food Woman 2:48
13 Mounted Animal Nature Trail 2:09
14 A Real Letter From a Real Yahoo 0:53
15 Let There Be Guns 2:10

What to play next

Listen next

Dirt!

1999

Go back to

Russell's Shorts

1994

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