The Last of the Gypsies
Trooper · 1989
37 min · 10 tracks · rock music
A vibrant mix of rock anthems and reflective ballads that captures the essence of late '80s Canadian music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Workin' Like a Dog — This track opens the album with a driving beat and relatable lyrics about hard work, setting an energetic tone that resonates throughout.
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Thin White Line — With introspective lyrics and a catchy chorus, this song showcases Trooper's ability to blend thoughtful commentary with engaging melodies.
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Ain't Gonna Swallow My Pride — This anthem emphasizes resilience and self-assertion, highlighting Trooper's knack for crafting empowering rock songs that resonate with listeners.
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$100,000.00 — Infused with a sense of irony, this track critiques materialism while delivering a memorable hook that captures the band's playful side.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Last of the Gypsies
The bridge shifts perspective from collective identity to personal reflection, emphasizing themes of nostalgia and loss.
This shift deepens the emotional weight of the song, transforming it from a broad cultural statement into an intimate personal narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Workin' Like a Dog 3:48
- 2 Thin White Line 4:02
- 3 The Girl Don't Know 3:50
- 4 The Real World 3:33
- 5 Don't Like Being Told What to Do 3:23
- 6 Boy With a Beat 3:33
- 7 The Best Way (To Hold a Man) 3:46
- 8 $100,000.00 4:13
- 9 Ain't Gonna Swallow My Pride 3:24
- 10 The Last of the Gypsies 4:20
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