What's wrong with goofy? Weezer makes fun interesting music (mostly) and sometimes they can hit an emotional nerve like no one else, but their work is consistently enjoyable which is more than I can say for many other bands
I almost think if someone wanted me to explain who Weezer is based on one record, it might be this one. The earnestness it takes to sing some of these songs with a straight face, while pulling off these arrangements and melodies? I don’t know who else can do that. This is band that’s survived two dozen trends in rock music over 25+ years, and at the end of the day, they’re just unapologetically themselves. Rivers just leans into these songs in a way that’s either a reflection of a total lack of self awareness or a total comfort with who he is, and it’s just incredible to hear.
P sure I'd fire Playing My Piano into the sun, am annoyed by the Audible product placement on Grapes, and Screens is just fine, but I legitimately really like the rest a ton
The melody on Numbers is nice but I don’t like the lyrics. Jacked Up, Perfect Situation or one of the Hurley tracks are all still probably my favorite post-Mal tracks
I’m not ready to say I like this more than White or Maladroit (my 3 and 4) yet but I’m loving this thing. Breeze(r) to get through too. Listened several times today.
i said the two had similar career trajectories in the JEW thread and the reaction was worse than when I said Fleetwood mac was bad
bird with a broken wing is their best song since California kids which was their best since pork and beans
ok ill start the angel and the one Haunt you every day If you’re wondering Da vinci Summer Elaine La girlz Jacked up Weekend woman Bird with a broken wing Here comes the rain Prettiest girl #1 if you count it but you shouldn't!
Perfect Situation Greatest Man If You’re Wondering Ruling Me Trainwrecks Unspoken Memories LA Girlz Jacked Up California Kids EDIT: In order of greatness: Jacked Up Perfect Situation Ruling Me If You’re Wondering Trainwrecks Unspoken LA Girlz Greatest Man Memories California Kids