The Good, the Bad, and the Funky
Tom Tom Club · 2000
64 min · 14 tracks · new wave
A vibrant fusion of funk and new wave, bursting with playful rhythms and eclectic melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Time to Bounce — The opener sets an energetic tone with its upbeat tempo and catchy hooks, encapsulating the album's playful spirit.
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Happiness Can't Buy Money — This track combines introspective lyrics with a danceable groove, reflecting the band's knack for merging thoughtful themes with infectious rhythms.
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She's a Freak — With its cheeky lyrics and funky bassline, this song exemplifies the band's ability to balance humor and musicality.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful rhythms for social gatherings
- upbeat tracks for dancing
- energetic vibes for road trips
- catchy hooks that invite sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slower, introspective music
- want minimalistic or sparse arrangements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'The Good, the Bad, and the Funky' was released in 2000, Tom Tom Club was already known for their unique blend of pop and funk, having achieved initial success with their self-titled debut in 1981. This album came nearly two decades after their last studio release, marking a return to form as they re-engaged with the music scene following a period of relative quiet.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Talking Heads· The B-52's· Devo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Time to Bounce 4:07
- 2 Who Feelin' It 5:56
- 3 Happiness Can't Buy Money 5:43
- 4 Holy Water 4:00
- 5 Soul Fire 3:38
- 6 She's Dangerous 4:24
- 7 She's a Freak 3:52
- 8 (C'Mon) Surrender 5:03
- 9 Love to Love You Baby 4:34
- 10 Superdreaming 4:43
- 11 Lesbians by the Lake 4:17
- 12 Let There Be Love 5:45
- 13 Time to Bounce Dub 4:07
- 14 Dangerous Dub 4:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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