Ukulele Baby!
The Wiggles · 2011
48 min · 23 tracks · children's music
Bright ukulele strumming intertwines with vibrant rhythms, inviting listeners into a whimsical world of childhood adventures and playful interaction.
Top tracks — play these first
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When I Strum My Ukulele Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its cheerful invitation for children to participate in music-making through simple strumming rhythms.
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You Can Play the Ukulele — This song not only teaches kids about the instrument but also encourages them to engage actively, making it a central theme of the album.
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Hula, Hula Baby — With its lively beat and imagery, this track serves as a fun call to action, encouraging movement and dance among young listeners.
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Everybody Loves a Puppy — This track taps into the universal love for pets, fostering emotional connection while being entertaining—key elements for children's songs.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album offers engaging children's music with a consistent upbeat feel but lacks depth for repeated listening.
What we noticed
- Several songs incorporate interactive elements, such as asking listeners to count or respond, which is common in children's music.
- The tempo remains consistently upbeat across the majority of tracks, creating an energetic atmosphere suitable for young audiences.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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4/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- playful sing-alongs with friends
- short bursts of joyful energy
- engaging interactive listening experience
- family-friendly fun for gatherings
- lighthearted tunes for kids
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, complex albums
- want serious or heavy themes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry in their catalog that doesn't fit mainstream roles.
- Themes
- ukulele strumming· Hula dancing· puppy play· preschool singalongs
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Ukulele Baby! marked The Wiggles' ongoing evolution as one of the leading children’s music groups. By this time, they were already well-established, having gained international recognition with numerous albums and tours. This album showcases their signature blend of educational themes and engaging melodies aimed at preschoolers.
Tracklist
- 1 When I Strum My Ukulele Start here 1:53
- 2 How Many Fingers Do I See? 1:38
- 3 Hula, Hula Baby 1:49
- 4 Henry's Spinning 2:02
- 5 You Can Play the Ukulele 1:25
- 6 I'm Waving to You 1:57
- 7 Cluck, Cluck City 1:27
- 8 The Good Ship Fabulous Flea! 2:10
- 9 How Many You Want? 2:07
- 10 Hawaiian Boogie 2:09
- 11 Ooki, Ooki, Ooki, Hear That Old Bouzouki 3:11
- 12 Hey Hey It's Saturday 2:07
- 13 Spagnola (instrumental) 1:46
- 14 My Curly Sue Doll 1:58
- 15 Round and Round, Round and Round 1:50
- 16 Bambino (instrumental) 1:59
- 17 Everybody Loves a Puppy 1:37
- 18 Doo, Doo-Doo, Doo! 1:57
- 19 La Paloma 3:30
- 20 When I'm Painting 2:18
- 21 How Many Fingers Do I See? (instrumental) 2:12
- 22 Toy Box 2:03
- 23 Il Clan Dei Siciliani (instrumental) 3:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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