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They're All Gonna Laugh at You!

Adam Sandler · 1993

54 min · 22 tracks

A comedic journey blending absurd characters and playful storytelling into a unique audio experience that captures the essence of early '90s humor.

Top tracks — play these first

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    The Thanksgiving Song — This track stands out as a quintessential Sandler piece, combining humor with heartfelt sentiment as it humorously reflects on Thanksgiving traditions.
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    Lunchlady Land — With its catchy melody and humorous lyrics about a school lunch lady, this track exemplifies Sandler's ability to create memorable characters through song.
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    Right Field — This song poignantly captures the innocence of childhood through its nostalgic lyrics about playing baseball, showcasing Sandler's range beyond pure comedy.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends sketches and songs effectively, showcasing Sandler's early comedic style.

What we noticed

  • The album features a series of skits and songs that often involve recurring characters, creating a narrative thread throughout.
  • Several tracks are structured as comedic dialogues or monologues, with punchlines delivered in rapid succession.
  • Musical elements are integrated into the comedy, with some tracks featuring original songs that enhance the humor.
  • The pacing varies significantly, with some segments being quick and punchy while others allow for longer comedic setups.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

  • quick comedic sketches and anecdotes
  • playful storytelling with absurd characters
  • lighthearted atmosphere for gatherings
  • nostalgic humor from the '90s

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer serious, dramatic content
  • seek deep emotional narratives

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1993, They're All Gonna Laugh at You! marked Adam Sandler's first major foray into comedy albums following his rise as a cast member on Saturday Night Live. This album was pivotal in solidifying his comedic persona, showcasing a blend of skits and songs that would define his unique style and lead to further success in both film and music.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Assistant Principal’s Big Day 2:21
  • 2 The Buffoon and the Dean of Admissions 2:15
  • 3 Buddy 2:13
  • 4 The Longest Pee 2:15
  • 5 Food Innuendo Guy 2:26
  • 6 The Beating of a High School Janitor 0:32
  • 7 Right Field 3:12
  • 8 The Buffoon and the Valedictorian 2:18
  • 9 Mr. Spindel’s Phone Call 2:02
  • 10 The Thanksgiving Song 3:48
  • 11 The Beating of a High School Bus Driver 0:57
  • 12 Oh Mom… 2:10
  • 13 Fatty McGee 3:12
  • 14 At a Medium Pace 3:17
  • 15 The Beating of a High School Science Teacher 0:50
  • 16 The Cheerleader 1:35
  • 17 I’m So Wasted 5:00
  • 18 Lunchlady Land 5:03
  • 19 The Beating of a High School Spanish Teacher 0:28
  • 20 Toll Booth Willie 3:48
  • 21 Teenage Love on the Phone 2:33
  • 22 My Little Chicken 2:12

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