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Chocolate and Cheese

Ween · 1994

54 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock · psychedelic rock · lo-fi

A kaleidoscopic blend of absurdist lyrics and eclectic sounds that defy genre boundaries.

Why this album works

Best for
kaleidoscopic sound exploration absurdist humor and whimsy dynamic shifts in pacing
Context
Released in 1994, 'Chocolate and Cheese' was Ween's fourth studio album, marking a significant point in their career as they began to attract mainstream attention. Following the underground success of 'Pure Guava', this album showcased their unique blend of humor and musical diversity, solidifying their status within the alternative rock scene.
If you like
alternative rock, psychedelic rock, lo-fi

Chocolate and Cheese is an album by Ween, released in 1994. A kaleidoscopic blend of absurdist lyrics and eclectic sounds that defy genre boundaries. 'Chocolate and Cheese' received critical acclaim upon release, with notable tracks like 'Voodoo Lady' and 'Roses Are Free' becoming staples in their live performances. The album helped foster Ween's cult following and influenced numerous artists in the alternative and lo-fi genres, reflecting the quirky, experimental spirit of the 90s music scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Chocolate and Cheese sound like?

A kaleidoscopic blend of absurdist lyrics and eclectic sounds that defy genre boundaries. Rooted in alternative rock and psychedelic rock.

What makes Chocolate and Cheese by Ween notable?

'Chocolate and Cheese' received critical acclaim upon release, with notable tracks like 'Voodoo Lady' and 'Roses Are Free' becoming staples in their live performances. The album helped foster Ween's cult following and influenced numerous artists in the alternative and lo-fi genres, reflecting the quirky, experimental spirit of the 90s music scene. Released in 1994, 'Chocolate and Cheese' was Ween's fourth studio album, marking a significant point in their career as they began to attract mainstream attention. Following the underground success of 'Pure Guava', this album showcased their unique blend of humor and musical diversity, solidifying their status within the alternative rock scene.

Who is Chocolate and Cheese for?

Chocolate and Cheese works well if you're into kaleidoscopic sound exploration, absurdist humor and whimsy and dynamic shifts in pacing.

How many songs are on Chocolate and Cheese?

Chocolate and Cheese has 16 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·54:54

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

  • 1 Take Me Away 3:00
  • 2 Spinal Meningitis (Got Me Down) Standout 2:52
  • 3 Freedom of ’76 2:50
  • 4 I Can’t Put My Finger on It 2:47
  • 5 A Tear for Eddie 4:49
  • 6 Roses Are Free Standout 4:34
  • 7 Baby Bitch 3:04
  • 8 Mister, Would You Please Help My Pony? 2:55
  • 9 Drifter in the Dark 2:31
  • 10 Voodoo Lady Standout 3:48
  • 11 Joppa Road 3:02
  • 12 Candi 4:02
  • 13 Buenas tardes amigo 7:06
  • 14 The HIV Song 2:09
  • 15 What Deaner Was Talkin’ About 1:59
  • 16 Don’t Shit Where You Eat 3:19

Release Date

September 27, 1994

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

54 min 54 sec