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Sloppy Seconds

Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show · 1972

38 min · 12 tracks · rock music

A playful blend of rock and humor, capturing the quirky spirit of early 70s Americana.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful humor throughout tracks
  • steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
  • quirky storytelling in lyrics
  • short bursts of fun
  • for casual gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer serious and somber music
  • seek long, immersive experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1972, 'Sloppy Seconds' was Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show's second album, following their self-titled debut. At this point, they were beginning to carve out a niche in the music scene with their unique mix of rock and novelty songs, showcasing their burgeoning identity as a band.
Stylistic neighbors
The Band· Little Feat· Jimmy Buffett

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Freaker’s Ball 2:52
  • 2 If I’d Only Come and Gone 2:45
  • 3 Carry Me, Carrie 4:22
  • 4 The Things I Didn’t Say 2:56
  • 5 Get My Rocks Off 3:08
  • 6 Last Mornin’ 3:55
  • 7 I Can’t Touch the Sun 3:35
  • 8 Queen of the Silver Dollar 4:46
  • 9 Turn on the World 3:10
  • 10 Stayin’ Song 2:36
  • 11 The Cover of “Rolling Stone” 2:54
  • 12 Looking for Pussy 1:27

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