Top tracks — play these first
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Hippopotamomus — The title track encapsulates the album's playful absurdity while exploring themes of identity and self-perception through quirky metaphors.
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I Ate a Girl Right Up — This track stands out for its provocative title and dark humor, reflecting Momus's ability to blend shock value with catchy melodies.
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Marquis of Sadness — This song juxtaposes melancholic themes with upbeat instrumentation, effectively illustrating Momus's knack for contrasting emotional depth with playful sounds.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quirky melodies with whimsical lyrics
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout
- playful introspection for curious minds
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer long, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album gained critical acclaim and impacted the Shibuya-kei movement.
- Career context
- When 'Hippopotamomus' was released in 1991, Momus was establishing his unique voice in the music scene after gaining attention with his previous album, 'The Hummingbird.' This album marked a transition towards a more theatrical and narrative-driven style, showcasing his penchant for blending humor with poignant social commentary.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cornelius· Pizzicato Five· Stereolab
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hippopotamomus 4:23
- 2 I Ate a Girl Right Up 3:16
- 3 Michelin Man 1:54
- 4 A Dull Documentary 3:12
- 5 Marquis of Sadness 3:31
- 6 Bluestocking 3:11
- 7 Ventriloquists and Dolls 3:55
- 8 The Painter and His Model 4:29
- 9 A Monkey for Sallie 2:44
- 10 Pornography 3:04
- 11 Song in Contravention 4:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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