What makes Naked Baby Photos by Ben Folds Five notable?

This album is significant for its candid representation of Ben Folds Five's early sound and lyrical sharpness, contributing to the band's growing cult following. It features tracks that showcase their live energy and humor, helping solidify their place in the alternative rock scene of the late 90s. Released in January 1998, 'Naked Baby Photos' is a compilation of early Ben Folds Five tracks and live performances that captures the band's pre-mainstream appeal. This album arrived shortly after their breakthrough self-titled debut album in 1995, serving as a bridge to their commercial peak with 'Whatever and Ever Amen' later that same year.

Who is Naked Baby Photos for?

Naked Baby Photos works well if you're into witty lyrics for clever listeners, energetic live performance vibes and short tracks for quick enjoyment.

How many songs are on Naked Baby Photos?

Naked Baby Photos has 16 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

Naked Baby Photos

Ben Folds Five · 1998

55 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock

A raw and energetic collection of live recordings showcasing witty lyricism and eclectic melodies.

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This album is significant for its candid representation of Ben Folds Five's early sound and lyrical sharpness, contributing to the band's growing cult following. It features tracks that showcase their live energy and humor, helping solidify their place in the alternative rock scene of the late 90s.

Best for: witty lyrics for clever listeners energetic live performance vibes short tracks for quick enjoyment
Context: Released in January 1998, 'Naked Baby Photos' is a compilation of early Ben Folds Five tracks and live performances that captures the band's pre-mainstream appeal. This album arrived shortly after their breakthrough self-titled debut album in 1995, serving as a bridge to their commercial peak with 'Whatever and Ever Amen' later that same year.
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Tracklist

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1 Eddie Walker 3:20
2 Jackson Cannery (original 7″ version) 4:01
3 Emaline 3:23
4 Alice Childress (live, 1995‐10‐16: KCRW, Los Angeles) 4:21
5 Dick Holster 0:28
6 Tom & Mary 2:35
7 For Those of Ya’ll Who Wear Fannie Packs 6:06
8 Bad Idea (original demo version) 2:07
9 Underground (live, 1995‐08‐12: Ziggy’s, Winston‐Salem, NC, USA) 4:43
10 The Ultimate Sacrifice (live, 1997‐05‐28: Lupo’s, Providence, RI, USA) 3:28
11 Satan Is My Master (live, 1995‐08‐12: Ziggy’s, Winston‐Salem, NC, USA) 1:33
12 Julianne (live, 1996‐11‐26: LA2, London) 2:35
13 Song for the Dumped (live, 1996‐11‐26: LA2, London) 4:42
14 Philosophy (live, 1997‐03‐18: De Melkweg, Amsterdam, The Netherlands) 4:52
15 Twin Falls (live, 1996‐02‐26: Club Quattro, Tokyo) 2:25
16 Boxing (live, 1996‐02‐26: Club Quattro, Tokyo) 4:37

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