Shut Up You Fucking Baby! cover

Shut Up You Fucking Baby!

David Cross · 2002

123 min · 17 tracks

A chaotic blend of absurdity and biting satire, punctuated by Cross's sharp wit and provocative storytelling.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Phone Call From a Cranky Terrorist — This track exemplifies Cross's skill at crafting absurd scenarios that simultaneously critique societal fears post-9/11. Its dark humor encapsulates the anxieties of the era while showcasing his unique narrative style.
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    Diarrhea Moustache — A lengthy exploration of a ridiculous premise that showcases Cross's ability to sustain humor over time while delving into absurdity. The track highlights his talent for pushing boundaries and eliciting laughter from shock.
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    My Wife’s Crazy! — This track stands out for its relatable yet surreal examination of relationships, allowing listeners to glimpse Cross's personal life through a comedic lens. It exemplifies his knack for blending personal anecdotes with sharp observation.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

Cross's sharp wit and absurd storytelling create a distinctive comedic voice, though the pacing and structure vary across tracks.

What we noticed

  • The album features a rapid-fire delivery style, with Cross transitioning between topics without pauses, creating a sense of urgency.
  • Many tracks are structured around absurd scenarios or characters, often culminating in punchlines that challenge societal norms.
  • Several bits involve audience interaction or imagined conversations, adding a layer of spontaneity to the performance.
  • The pacing varies significantly, with some segments building tension before releasing it through humor, while others maintain a consistent rhythm.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Lunch With Frankenstein 1:30
  • 2 Austin Powers Saying “Yeah Baby” 11:10
  • 3 “You Go, Girl!” 2:28
  • 4 Phone Call From a Cranky Terrorist 5:01
  • 5 Sex on the Internet!? 8:05
  • 6 Spiderman vs. Batman vs. Wonder Woman on the Rag 4:54
  • 7 Shaving the Pope’s Pussy 4:08
  • 8 Monica Lewinsky and the Three Bears 5:03
  • 9 Fake Tits/Real Beer 6:34

Disc 2

  • 1 My Wife’s Crazy! 3:52
  • 2 Flying on a Mexican Plane 9:40
  • 3 Abortion Doctor From Hell! 7:25
  • 4 Socks and Shoes 3:52
  • 5 My Daughter’s First Date 5:15
  • 6 Diarrhea Moustache 16:03
  • 7 If Baseballs Had AIDS on Them 22:44
  • 8 Goodnight Assholes! 5:41

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