Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water
by Limp Bizkit
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7.8

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  1. Dhfhcb
    Apr 24, 2023
    10
    Classic Limp Bizkit. Wes Borland had some great riffs on this one. Chocolate starfish contains some of the best songs in their whole discography.
  2. dwgfgq
    Apr 20, 2023
    10
    this is a very pretty album from limp biscuit and the best album from limp biscuit
  3. Quadmusictaste
    Mar 16, 2023
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is my favorite limp bizkit album nowhere near perfect but nowhere near bad I enjoy half the tracks but the flaws the song with limp bizkit the beat SUCKS! and fred durst had bad verses The outro was uneeded boiler boiled the chance of this getting a 7 and the rolling remix was good with verses and flow but the beat was HORIBAL Now the pros rollin is a classic hot dog is fun and VERY explicit my way and take a look around are some emotional cuts that are amazing and the best song MY GENERATION Easily my favorite or second favorite limp bizkit song FAVORITE SONG: MY GENERATION LEAST FAVORITE SONG: Getcha Groove On! (With xzibit and DJ PREMIER.… Expand
  4. Picotrain8819
    Sep 29, 2022
    5
    One of the best albums from the 2000’s people slate this album but let’s face it Fred never thought he was Eminem or method man but they both did tracks with them. Every track on this album is a classic and the interludes are something no one else can match. I’ve listed to this album for 22 years and it never ever gets old the nostalgia, the sounds, the feel everything about it is amazing.One of the best albums from the 2000’s people slate this album but let’s face it Fred never thought he was Eminem or method man but they both did tracks with them. Every track on this album is a classic and the interludes are something no one else can match. I’ve listed to this album for 22 years and it never ever gets old the nostalgia, the sounds, the feel everything about it is amazing. People who slate this album miss the point completely… Expand
  5. lammbsauce_
    Aug 25, 2022
    10
    Critics are drunk or something? I just really can't understand 'em. Totally can't understand these stupid critics that rate the unknown to everybody, obscure sh*t (in many cases) at 80+ and the real classic albums at this. What the fu*k? Chocolate Starfish And The Hot Dog Flavored Water is one of the best rock albums I heard in my life. This sound, this music, this atmosphere! Let alone:Critics are drunk or something? I just really can't understand 'em. Totally can't understand these stupid critics that rate the unknown to everybody, obscure sh*t (in many cases) at 80+ and the real classic albums at this. What the fu*k? Chocolate Starfish And The Hot Dog Flavored Water is one of the best rock albums I heard in my life. This sound, this music, this atmosphere! Let alone: «The One», «Livin' It Up», «Boiler», «Take A Look Around», «It'll Be OK». So, in short, it's a brilliant rock album which is the best from Limp Bizkit, in my opinion. Don't listen to «critics» - listen to music!… Expand
  6. Brunomk
    Aug 25, 2022
    10
    Extremely underrated album. Takes influences from all sorts of genres and creates something completely unique and distinct. Also simply great riffs.
  7. Mellowry
    Aug 12, 2021
    5
    My highlights on this album are definitely 'Hold On', 'Take A Look Around' and 'My Generation'. Maybe this album was good to many people when it came out, especially the heavy radio play everywhere and the music videos all over MTV back then, i can quite understand that, but a song like Hot Dog would've made such a good opening, if it wouldn't be mixed like it was recorded live with noMy highlights on this album are definitely 'Hold On', 'Take A Look Around' and 'My Generation'. Maybe this album was good to many people when it came out, especially the heavy radio play everywhere and the music videos all over MTV back then, i can quite understand that, but a song like Hot Dog would've made such a good opening, if it wouldn't be mixed like it was recorded live with no climax and i'm not talking about the lyrics on that song neither other songs like 'rollin', 'boiler' or 'Full Nelson', yikes. Of course there is no need to explain that Wes Borland is an awesome guitarist and the other band members would be awesome together if it wasn't for those lyrics blah blah yeah we all heard this before, but I think this album is okay over all.… Expand
  8. ty92
    Feb 27, 2020
    9
    I used to own this CD as a kid. When I was like 11-14 I loved Limp Bizkit. I still like some of the songs. "My Way" is my favourite. This album was like Eminem meets heavy metal/punk rock. Good music to listen to when you're pissed off.
  9. JaydenPickens
    Feb 20, 2019
    8
    Childhood album right here. I remember listening to this bad boy back in 2000 and man, that was a long time ago! The album still kicks ass after all these years and it's nostalgic in a way. It's not as good as 3DB or TUT, but still great. The highlights of this album are certainly: Boiler, My Generation, Livin' It Up, Hot Dog, Take a Look Around and My Way. Also Ben Stiller in the outroChildhood album right here. I remember listening to this bad boy back in 2000 and man, that was a long time ago! The album still kicks ass after all these years and it's nostalgic in a way. It's not as good as 3DB or TUT, but still great. The highlights of this album are certainly: Boiler, My Generation, Livin' It Up, Hot Dog, Take a Look Around and My Way. Also Ben Stiller in the outro still makes me laugh. Great record, Pickens approves!… Expand
  10. Jay_Pickens
    Oct 25, 2018
    8
    Childhood album right here. I remember listening to this bad boy back in 2000 and man, that was a long time ago! The album still kicks ass after all these years and it's nostalgic in a way. It's not as good as 3DB or TUT, but still great. The highlights of this album are certainly: Boiler, My Generation, Livin' It Up, Hot Dog, Take a Look Around and My Way. Also Ben Stiller in the outroChildhood album right here. I remember listening to this bad boy back in 2000 and man, that was a long time ago! The album still kicks ass after all these years and it's nostalgic in a way. It's not as good as 3DB or TUT, but still great. The highlights of this album are certainly: Boiler, My Generation, Livin' It Up, Hot Dog, Take a Look Around and My Way. Also Ben Stiller in the outro still makes me laugh. Great record, Pickens approves!… Expand
  11. hornysoul
    Oct 4, 2018
    5
    O álbum não é mau de todo. Infelizmente, o álbum acaba por perder a sua qualidade devido à voz irritante de Fred Durst em algumas das faixas e à falta de originalidade, e até de sentido, nas letras. Limp Bizkit fez algo decente aqui. Algumas músicas são definitivamente esquecíveis, mas as outras valem a pena.
  12. insight180
    Mar 17, 2017
    8
    I would give this album an 8 out of 10 because this album was my childhood. I would listen to it all the time on my CD player in 2000 when i was 7 years old, but not only because of that but also because i actually like it. Most of the songs on it are really upbeat and energetic and the lyrics are good too because fred durst is actually singing/rapping about something that's relatable. AndI would give this album an 8 out of 10 because this album was my childhood. I would listen to it all the time on my CD player in 2000 when i was 7 years old, but not only because of that but also because i actually like it. Most of the songs on it are really upbeat and energetic and the lyrics are good too because fred durst is actually singing/rapping about something that's relatable. And not just money and **** like most rappers do that are famous today. Plus the music is good too, most people say that the music is repetitive and simple and the lyrics are stupid/juvenile. But I don't think to me the songs on this album are on different subjects and they have variety which is good. As a mater of fact this is probably one of my favorite albums out of all the music that i listen to.… Expand
  13. ThatGamerGuy
    Dec 2, 2016
    7
    This album is by far one of the most over rated albums by one of the most underrated bands. songs like My Way, Take a Look Around and Roll'in (Air Raid Vehicle) are good. but some of the other songs like Full Nelson and Hot Dog are repetitive and boring. When Wes Borland is playing guitar it seems like he was born to play guitar. John Otto is one my favorite nu-metal drummers of all time.This album is by far one of the most over rated albums by one of the most underrated bands. songs like My Way, Take a Look Around and Roll'in (Air Raid Vehicle) are good. but some of the other songs like Full Nelson and Hot Dog are repetitive and boring. When Wes Borland is playing guitar it seems like he was born to play guitar. John Otto is one my favorite nu-metal drummers of all time. his ability to keep up with anything Wes throws at him. And his amazing use of symbols on this album show that he could play forever. Sam Rivers is an awesome bassist and can accompany Wes's riffs with an amazing bass line. but here is where it gets ugly. Fred Durst on this album is terrible. It is obvious that this album is trying to poke fun at emo music and Nine Inch Nails, but Fred cant pull that off. Songs with good vocals are in a small handful on this 15 track album. Songs like The One, It'll Be Okay, Boiler and My Way. Though this album is not bad it is not their best album.… Expand
  14. Nanogon
    Nov 18, 2016
    10
    I'm getting sick of Limp Bizkit performing live nothing but this album in the last decade. Still a solid album though. Everyone's still headbanging to My Way, My Generation and etc.
  15. Urbanlistener
    Apr 28, 2015
    7
    If you bought the album for some poetic rhymes and well-crafted subtle music, of course you'll be disappointed. But if you bought it for Limp Bizkit's signature angry sound, a shi*load of fun and heavy metal guitar riffs, you'll be more than satisfied.
  16. TheQuietGamer
    Apr 28, 2014
    9
    This is old school. With it's mixture of rap, rock, and metal, this album is way more fun than it has any right to be. Honestly it's not always the smartest album out there, but it does allow you to rock out in ways that few other bands can. I have to admit listening to this album definitely took me back to 2000, but in a good way. Some of the slower songs are throwaway, for instance "MyThis is old school. With it's mixture of rap, rock, and metal, this album is way more fun than it has any right to be. Honestly it's not always the smartest album out there, but it does allow you to rock out in ways that few other bands can. I have to admit listening to this album definitely took me back to 2000, but in a good way. Some of the slower songs are throwaway, for instance "My Way" and "The One," but overall this is just a perfect example of some fun and rocking nu-metal. It's not for everyone, but it will definitely please it's crowd. I give it a 9.1/10-Amazing.… Expand
  17. tybizkitleigh
    Nov 8, 2013
    10
    This album is my childhood!! One of the best albums ive ever heard. Doesnt deserve any negative reviews. Itll be okay, the one, my generation, full nelson, my way, boiler, and take a look around are my favorite songs on the album!!!
  18. Screenager
    Apr 22, 2013
    4
    Limp Bizkit are a vulgar, offensive group named after a game involving 4 men and a biscuit. The title of this album is also a reference to the lead singer; in other words an anus (for those too ignorant to know that and actually like this crap) and becomes the theme for almost every song on the album. You can tell this album is rushed (it was released less than a year after their previous)Limp Bizkit are a vulgar, offensive group named after a game involving 4 men and a biscuit. The title of this album is also a reference to the lead singer; in other words an anus (for those too ignorant to know that and actually like this crap) and becomes the theme for almost every song on the album. You can tell this album is rushed (it was released less than a year after their previous) since every song sounds the same both lyrically and musically. Fred Durst is THE worst front-man for a "rock" band ever and is annoying as hell, evidently he likes his dick jokes since he considers himself one. A few decent listenable tracks, but why bother?… Expand
  19. axelkoch
    Nov 23, 2012
    3
    This album is stupid to such an extend! Limp Bizkit have been so far away from intelligent lyrics as the earth from planet Neptun. The fact that Fred Durst said the f-word about 60 times (no exaggeration here!) in one single song (=Hot Dog) proves that. I don't absolutely deny that you can't make party to these music, I actually enjoyed 3 songs on here, but musically this album is suchThis album is stupid to such an extend! Limp Bizkit have been so far away from intelligent lyrics as the earth from planet Neptun. The fact that Fred Durst said the f-word about 60 times (no exaggeration here!) in one single song (=Hot Dog) proves that. I don't absolutely deny that you can't make party to these music, I actually enjoyed 3 songs on here, but musically this album is such rubbish, I really can't understand how professional critics could give this CD such good average ratings. Whatever, it's not the worst album ever and they've got some nice guitar and drum parts on here, which makes this release a 3, which is quite good for Limp Bizkit standards.… Expand
  20. MetalMovieNerd
    Nov 6, 2012
    4
    I could just use this review to trash Fred Durst calling him immature names, but I'm not going to be biased. However I will say that Fred Durst is the problem with this band. The musicians, particularly Wes Borland, are truly working hard to deliver good music. But Fred Durst whining saying he wants a girlfriend (on "The One") and with proud bombast how he wants to keep driving in fancyI could just use this review to trash Fred Durst calling him immature names, but I'm not going to be biased. However I will say that Fred Durst is the problem with this band. The musicians, particularly Wes Borland, are truly working hard to deliver good music. But Fred Durst whining saying he wants a girlfriend (on "The One") and with proud bombast how he wants to keep driving in fancy cars (on "Rollin'"). And the biggest shame of all is that Durst has the audacity to take the lyrics from Closer by Nine Inch Nails on the opening track. Truly one of the worst albums of 2000 along with Kid A by Radiohead!… Expand
  21. finulanu
    Jul 22, 2011
    0
    The only good thing I can say about this is that it's a little better than Results May Very. So go claim your freakin' door prize, guys. You're still an utterly awful band.
  22. jakerthetaker
    Jul 10, 2011
    10
    Amazing sound, limp bizkits best album. Why the critics dont like it is a total mystery. ive come to the conclusion they're either jealous or deaf.
  23. iamtheoneneo
    Jul 1, 2011
    8
    I actually really like this album - I think like some listeners it might be because I was in my late teens when this came out and it was essentially the school soundtrack for a whole year. BUT the fact that it managed that appeal to such a massive audience is something to be commended. Ok it may be crass, lacking in any actual meaningfulness but it still sounds great and is a fun albumI actually really like this album - I think like some listeners it might be because I was in my late teens when this came out and it was essentially the school soundtrack for a whole year. BUT the fact that it managed that appeal to such a massive audience is something to be commended. Ok it may be crass, lacking in any actual meaningfulness but it still sounds great and is a fun album from start to finish that holds its own in the modern age.… Expand
  24. DME
    Mar 27, 2011
    8
    Way too much profanity. And most of it isn't even used in well-written context (eg: "Knock straight the f***k out" doesn't make any sense). If most of the cursing was substituted for better lyrics, this would be a great album. I really liked "Take a Look Around" and "Boiler". "Livin' it up" is pretty catchy and "Rollin" is an awesome rock song. But, again... Fred needs to lay off onWay too much profanity. And most of it isn't even used in well-written context (eg: "Knock straight the f***k out" doesn't make any sense). If most of the cursing was substituted for better lyrics, this would be a great album. I really liked "Take a Look Around" and "Boiler". "Livin' it up" is pretty catchy and "Rollin" is an awesome rock song. But, again... Fred needs to lay off on the swearing. I think the only song I hated from this album was "The One".… Expand
  25. Genesius
    Jan 5, 2011
    10
    I personally like nu metal alot. It is the only genre (as for as I'm concerned...) that combines rock with rap while not containing overly-distorted guitars (have you listened to Hollywood Undead?). But I speak for all my metalhead friends when I say this is an amazing album. DJ Lethal wants to make me shake my ass every time I listen to "My Generation." I also find it utterly impossibleI personally like nu metal alot. It is the only genre (as for as I'm concerned...) that combines rock with rap while not containing overly-distorted guitars (have you listened to Hollywood Undead?). But I speak for all my metalhead friends when I say this is an amazing album. DJ Lethal wants to make me shake my ass every time I listen to "My Generation." I also find it utterly impossible [for anyone that likes rap over metal] to listen to Fred's voice and label it "crap." You wanna hear crap? Listen to the chorus of "Thrown Away" by Papa Roach from "Infest." Crap. I love this album, I love Limp Bizkit, and I love nu metal.

    And FWI- I love Hollywood Undead, and I love the song "Thrown Away." Papa Roach's album "Infest" is amazing, Jacoby just didn't have a great voice at the time (but boy could he rap!).    … Expand
  26. Rob274
    Aug 18, 2010
    10
    Limp Bizkit is better than ever!! All of their songs are catchy and awesome!! Anyone who thinks that this album sucks, they are mistaken! This is the best nu-metal album from Limp Bizkit. Yes Fred Durst can be a douche, but aside from his personality, this album is awesome
  27. dales.
    Sep 19, 2009
    9
    I think this is a great album. Mostly because it brings back good memories when it came out 9 years ago. Im surprised the album never got the good reviews it deserved. There are some great songs on here.
  28. BernieG
    Feb 25, 2009
    10
    Their best work! High points: My Generation, My Way, Full Nelson, Rollin'(Rock and Rap versions), The One, MI2 Theme, It'll Be OK, Hold On. Low points: "Hot Dog" because Fred Durst went overboard on the cursing. 3 minutes of Ben Stiller laughing at the end was annoying too.
  29. StevenR.
    Jan 19, 2009
    6
    Yes, its stupid rock. Yes, it is not a masterpiece. Yes, if we want to be truly critical, a 6/10 is too much. But for all its worth, this is just plainly the soundtrack to a frat party. The lyrics revolve mostly around typical "Nobody gets me, I dont like when you talk crap about me" (its Durst, what d'you expect?). Its narcissist, and VERY annoying. Still, if you can get past that, Yes, its stupid rock. Yes, it is not a masterpiece. Yes, if we want to be truly critical, a 6/10 is too much. But for all its worth, this is just plainly the soundtrack to a frat party. The lyrics revolve mostly around typical "Nobody gets me, I dont like when you talk crap about me" (its Durst, what d'you expect?). Its narcissist, and VERY annoying. Still, if you can get past that, it can be pretty fun- At times. See, most songs work, but others are just plain annoying (thanks again to Durst's terrible lyrics). And the album cusses too much. Regularly that would not be a problem, but seriously, the opening track says the "f-word" 46 times! At the end, the cuss words sound not like the words of an angry young man, but just like another "the" in a sentence. At times, it feels just like a way for Durst to vent out all his anger...unfortunately...that is not very fun. What does work especially well is "My Generation" which turns the table, and Durst acknowledges his rowdy fans. If it were like this, this would be the Soundtrack of a rebellious generation. But Durst has 0 lyrical focus. All in all, the band (excepting Durst) is competent, if not revolutionary [Wes Bourland is very good]. But Durst just hinders them. If only the guy would stop whining, this could have been a better (much better) album. Oh, and Durst sounds squeeky when he sings and idiotic when he raps, so its a lose-lose scenario. From all this, you probably gather that this albums sucks thanks to Durst, so why the 6/10? The reason is that they AT LEAST try to expand their sonic pallet, and even if they do fail, they at least try. They are trying to progress and add flourishes to their sound. So that is always worth an extra point or two. Truly critical score: 4/10… Expand
  30. JackP
    Oct 4, 2008
    10
    It's really sad that the reviews do not focus on the quality of the music, but other issues. Frankly this is one of the best if not the best nu metal album I have ever heard. It's hard to describe, but I think it's a very refreshing and dynamic record which does not lack innovation. Simply the best from Limp Bizkit.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 12
  3. Negative: 4 out of 12
  1. Sonicnet
    60
    Fred Durst may grab the headlines, but Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water really shows that all the power Limp Bizkit are known for comes from their bandmembers who, you know, actually play instruments. Durst's lyrics are wack when he raps and bad high school poetry when he sings.... Of course, there aren't many people looking for deep thoughts from Durst and Co. -- just lots of big, dumb, angry fun. And on that count, Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water delivers.
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  2. Spin
    70
    The sound is now clearer than on either predecessor; the rapping likewise. And here come Jane's Addiction and the Smashing Pumpkins--this is a slicker, grander record than Significant Other. [Jan 2001, p.112]
  3. HOB.com
    20
    The very concept of Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water might be brilliant if it was a work of absurdist art. But this album is just absurd.
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