Top tracks — play these first
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Get Your Hands Off My Woman Start here — This track exemplifies Folds' signature humor, juxtaposing playful lyrics with a raucous musical backdrop, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Kalamazoo — With its catchy melody and engaging storytelling, this song reflects Folds' knack for blending personal narratives with universal themes.
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Adelaide — This poignant ballad showcases Folds' emotional depth, revealing a vulnerable side through evocative lyrics and delicate piano arrangements.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases clever songwriting and engaging performances but lacks the depth of a full album.
What we noticed
- The first track features a driving piano riff that sets an upbeat tone, while the second track shifts to a more laid-back tempo with intricate vocal harmonies.
- The EP includes a live recording as its final track, which introduces audience interaction and a different energy compared to the studio tracks.
- Lyrically, the songs employ humor and wit, often using conversational phrasing that invites listener engagement.
- 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
- quirky storytelling with humor
- short bursts of energy
- for upbeat gatherings
- catchy tunes for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, immersive albums
- seek serious emotional depth
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A transitional EP showcasing Folds' humor and live performance, not a major entry point.
- Themes
- small-town stories· playful sarcasm· emotional balladry
- Career context
- Released in 2004, Super D was a transitional project for Ben Folds, following his 2001 album Rockin' the Suburbs. This album features live recordings and collaborations, showcasing his ability to connect with audiences while experimenting with sound and composition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rufus Wainwright· Regina Spektor· Andrew McMahon
Tracklist
- 1 Get Your Hands Off My Woman Start here 3:40
- 2 Kalamazoo 4:26
- 3 Adelaide 3:13
- 4 Rent a Cop 5:12
- 5 Them That Got (live) 2:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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