Musical Monkey
Guttermouth · 1997
28 min · 15 tracks · punk rock
A frenetic blend of irreverent punk energy and satirical humor bursts through each track like a wild, unrestrained party.
Top tracks — play these first
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What’s the Big Deal? — This opening track sets the tone with its rapid-fire delivery and sarcastic commentary on societal norms, capturing Guttermouth's humorous yet critical approach.
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Lipstick — This track exemplifies the album's biting wit, juxtaposing playful melodies with scathing lyrics that critique superficiality in relationships.
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Musical Monkey — The titular track encapsulates the album’s chaotic spirit and absurdity, featuring an infectious chorus that invites listeners to revel in its ridiculousness.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's energetic style and humorous lyrics create a distinct yet familiar punk sound.
What we noticed
- Several tracks employ abrupt tempo changes, shifting from fast-paced punk to slower, more melodic sections within the same song.
- The lyrics often incorporate humor and satire, with playful wordplay that complements the frenetic musical style.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of frenetic energy
- irreverent humor throughout tracks
- for quick listening sessions
- skate culture nostalgia vibes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, drawn-out songs
- seek deep lyrical exploration
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, Musical Monkey was Guttermouth's fourth studio album, following the more polished version of their sound seen in 1996's Teri Yakimoto. At this point in their career, they had established themselves as a staple of the punk scene, known for their outrageous lyrics and high-energy performances.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 What’s the Big Deal? 1:55
- 2 Lucky the Donkey 1:43
- 3 Big Pink Dress 1:23
- 4 Do the Hustle 2:23
- 5 Good Friday 1:09
- 6 Bakers Dozen 2:09
- 7 Abort Mission 2:11
- 8 Corpse Rotting in Hell 1:26
- 9 Lipstick 2:52
- 10 When Hell Freezes Over 1:19
- 11 S.D.F.B. 1:45
- 12 What If? 2:25
- 13 Perfect World 1:53
- 14 Gold 1:36
- 15 Musical Monkey 2:00
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