Stop Us If You've Heard This One Before
Barenaked Ladies · 2012
43 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · pop rock
A playful blend of acoustic melodies and witty lyrics, showcasing the band's signature charm and humor.
Why this album works
- Best for
- playful wit and charm wave-like pacing with peaks for casual gatherings
- Context
- Released in early 2012, 'Stop Us If You've Heard This One Before' marks Barenaked Ladies' first album after the departure of founding member Steven Page in 2009. This transition prompted the band to explore a new dynamic, emphasizing their folk-rock roots while retaining their quirky, pop-infused sound.
- If you like
- alternative rock, folk rock, pop rock
Stop Us If You've Heard This One Before is an album by Barenaked Ladies, released in 2012. A playful blend of acoustic melodies and witty lyrics, showcasing the band's signature charm and humor. The album received mixed reviews but was notable for its chart performance, peaking at number 18 on the Canadian Albums Chart. It reflects the band's adaptability and resilience during a period of significant change, demonstrating their commitment to evolving while maintaining their distinctive style. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Stop Us If You've Heard This One Before sound like?
A playful blend of acoustic melodies and witty lyrics, showcasing the band's signature charm and humor. Rooted in alternative rock and folk rock.
What makes Stop Us If You've Heard This One Before by Barenaked Ladies notable?
The album received mixed reviews but was notable for its chart performance, peaking at number 18 on the Canadian Albums Chart. It reflects the band's adaptability and resilience during a period of significant change, demonstrating their commitment to evolving while maintaining their distinctive style. Released in early 2012, 'Stop Us If You've Heard This One Before' marks Barenaked Ladies' first album after the departure of founding member Steven Page in 2009. This transition prompted the band to explore a new dynamic, emphasizing their folk-rock roots while retaining their quirky, pop-infused sound.
Who is Stop Us If You've Heard This One Before for?
Stop Us If You've Heard This One Before works well if you're into playful wit and charm, wave-like pacing with peaks and for casual gatherings.
How many songs are on Stop Us If You've Heard This One Before?
Stop Us If You've Heard This One Before has 12 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 I Don't Get It Anymore Standout 5:04
- 2 Yes! Yes!! Yes!!! 2:44
- 3 Half a Heart Standout 4:50
- 4 Old Apartment 1:48
- 5 Shake Your Rump 2:53
- 6 Same Thing 4:10
- 7 One Week Standout 3:24
- 8 Teenage Wasteland 4:07
- 9 Long While 3:49
- 10 Second Best 3:40
- 11 I Can, I Will, I Do 3:08
- 12 Adrift 3:29
Release Date
January 1, 2012
Artist Origin
Canada
Runtime
43 min 13 sec
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