Stupid Stupid Stupid
Black Grape · 1997
45 min · 10 tracks · alternative dance
Eclectic beats and playful lyrics collide with a sharp wit, creating an energetic alternative dance sound that invites movement.
Top tracks — play these first
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Get Higher — This opening track showcases the band’s energetic style with infectious hooks and a distinctive blend of funk and rock elements, setting the tone for the album.
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Squeaky — With its playful lyrics and catchy chorus, this track encapsulates the band's irreverent humor and knack for creating memorable melodies, making it a standout.
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Money Back Guaranteed — This song features a groovy bassline paired with sharp lyrical commentary on consumer culture, highlighting the band's social awareness amidst their upbeat sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines energetic beats with playful lyrics, showcasing a distinct sound within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter tracks.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response structures, creating an interactive feel.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful energy for dancing
- sharp wit in lyrics
- short tracks for quick bursts
- vibrant atmosphere for parties
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- dislike playful and irreverent tones
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1997, 'Stupid Stupid Stupid' was Black Grape's sophomore album, following their successful debut 'It's Great When You're Straight... Yeah!' from 1995. This album marked an evolution in their sound while maintaining the band’s signature blend of rock and dance music, as they navigated post-Britpop influences during a vibrant period for UK music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Happy Mondays· The Chemical Brothers· Primal Scream
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Get Higher 5:00
- 2 Squeaky 5:16
- 3 Marbles 4:24
- 4 Dadi Waz a Badi 4:01
- 5 Rubberband 4:36
- 6 Spotlight 3:51
- 7 Tell Me Something 3:46
- 8 Money Back Guaranteed 5:17
- 9 Lonely 4:02
- 10 Words 4:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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