Here Come the ABCs
They Might Be Giants · 2005
65 min · 45 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · experimental rock
Playful melodies and whimsical lyrics create an engaging auditory adventure for young listeners learning the alphabet.
Why this album works
- Best for
- playful learning through music short, engaging bursts of fun whimsical melodies for kids
- Context
- Released on October 25, 2005, 'Here Come the ABCs' marked They Might Be Giants' first dedicated children's album after several successful alternative rock records. At this point in their career, the band was diversifying their repertoire, having previously released acclaimed albums like 'Flood' and 'Mink Car.' This shift showcased their ability to blend educational content with their signature quirky style.
- If you like
- alternative rock, indie rock, experimental rock
Here Come the ABCs is an album by They Might Be Giants, released in 2005. Playful melodies and whimsical lyrics create an engaging auditory adventure for young listeners learning the alphabet. 'Here Come the ABCs' received critical acclaim, praised for its clever songwriting and catchy tunes, helping to establish They Might Be Giants as a prominent name in children’s music. The album won a Grammy Award for Best Musical Album for Children, solidifying its impact on both the genre and family entertainment. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Here Come the ABCs sound like?
Playful melodies and whimsical lyrics create an engaging auditory adventure for young listeners learning the alphabet. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.
What makes Here Come the ABCs by They Might Be Giants notable?
'Here Come the ABCs' received critical acclaim, praised for its clever songwriting and catchy tunes, helping to establish They Might Be Giants as a prominent name in children’s music. The album won a Grammy Award for Best Musical Album for Children, solidifying its impact on both the genre and family entertainment. Released on October 25, 2005, 'Here Come the ABCs' marked They Might Be Giants' first dedicated children's album after several successful alternative rock records. At this point in their career, the band was diversifying their repertoire, having previously released acclaimed albums like 'Flood' and 'Mink Car.' This shift showcased their ability to blend educational content with their signature quirky style.
Who is Here Come the ABCs for?
Here Come the ABCs works well if you're into playful learning through music, short, engaging bursts of fun and whimsical melodies for kids.
How many songs are on Here Come the ABCs?
Here Come the ABCs has 45 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Here Come the ABCs Standout 0:11
- 9 Fake‐Believe 1:51
- 16 Who Put the Alphabet in Alphabetical Order? 1:45
- 20 Fake‐Believe (Type B) 1:56
- 26 Hovering Sombrero ’05 1:27
- 27 I Never Go to Work 1:53
Disc 2
- 1 Here Come the ABCs Standout 0:25
- 2 Alphabet of Nations Standout 1:26
- 3 E Eats Everything 2:43
- 4 Flying V 1:34
- 5 I Am a Robot 1:29
- 6 Q U 1:09
- 7 Go for G! 1:14
- 8 Pictures of Pandas Painting Standout 2:07
- 9 D & W 1:37
- 10 Fake‐Believe 1:51
- 11 Can You Find It? 2:55
- 12 Introducing the Vowel Family
- 13 The Vowel Family 1:59
- 14 A to Z 0:28
- 15 Letter / Not a Letter 1:08
- 16 Letter Shapes 1:22
- 17 Alphabet Lost and Found 2:49
- 18 I C U 1:49
- 19 I Am a Robot (Type B) 0:56
- 20 John and John Introduce…
- 21 Who Put the Alphabet in Alphabetical Order? 1:25
- 22 Rolling O 1:26
- 23 L M N O 1:43
- 24 Introducing C Is for Conifers
- 25 C Is for Conifers 2:37
- 26 Fake‐Believe (Type B) 1:56
- 27 A to Z (Type B) 0:29
- 28 D Is for Drums 2:21
- 29 Introducing Z Y X
- 30 Z Y X 1:21
- 31 Goodnight My Friends 0:25
- 32 Here Come the ABCs! 0:25
- 33 Introducing the Bonus Tracks
- 34 Clap Your Hands 1:22
- 35 Violin 3:33
- 36 Stalk of Wheat 1:19
- 37 Robot Parade 2:28
- 38 Sleepwalkers 3:31
- 39 Here in Higglytown (Theme to Playhouse Disney’s Higglytown Heroes) 0:57
Release Date
October 25, 2005
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
65 min 25 sec
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