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Stupidity

Bad Manners · 2003

47 min · 16 tracks · ska

A lively blend of upbeat ska rhythms and playful, cheeky lyrics that invite listeners to dance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dance-friendly upbeat rhythms
  • playful cheeky lyrical content
  • varied tempo for energy shifts
  • for group celebrations
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • dislike playful, irreverent themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2003, 'Stupidity' marked Bad Manners' return to the music scene after a decade-long hiatus since their previous album. At this point, the band was aiming to reignite interest in their unique brand of ska, bringing back their signature sound while appealing to both old fans and new audiences alike.
Stylistic neighbors
Madness· The Specials· Toots and the Maytals

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fatman 1:52
  • 2 Can’t Take My Eyes Off You 3:27
  • 3 Happy 4:27
  • 4 What Ya Gonna Do 3:40
  • 5 Black Night 3:14
  • 6 I’m a Mummy 1:56
  • 7 Way Out Mummy 2:07
  • 8 Teddy Bears Picnic 2:20
  • 9 Cider Drinker 2:45
  • 10 Tossin 4:12
  • 11 Dat Think There 3:18
  • 12 I Don’t Care 3:30
  • 13 Do Nothing 2:26
  • 14 Eng‐er‐land 2:47
  • 15 Hoots Mon 2:05
  • 16 Manners Knees‐up 3:42

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