Weezer (White Album)
by Weezer
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Apr 1, 2016
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  1. Raiden301
    Oct 4, 2022
    10
    One of the strongest Weezer release of all time, from the lighthearted love songs, to the weird thank God for girls, or the Pinkerton style of do you wanna get high.
    There's really something here for everyone, it genuinely has no bad tracks whatsoever, with summer Elaine and LA girlz being the standouts of the standard release, whole fake.smiles and nervous laughter and friend of a friend    One of the strongest Weezer release of all time, from the lighthearted love songs, to the weird thank God for girls, or the Pinkerton style of do you wanna get high.
    There's really something here for everyone, it genuinely has no bad tracks whatsoever, with summer Elaine and LA girlz being the standouts of the standard release, whole fake.smiles and nervous laughter and friend of a friend are genuinely great Weezer tracks on the deluxe version.

    Seriously if the idea of new Weezer scares you, try this album. There'll be something for anyone on this thing    … Expand
  2. Mysteryman04
    Aug 3, 2022
    9
    2nd beat weezer album of all time and truly the return to peak weezer. This is the most under played and under appreciated album of all time.
  3. Schnabbel
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Fantastic album, definitely the best Weezer album since Pinkerton. This album screams dumb summer fun and doesn't take itself too serious. The instrumentation is beautiful and the lyrics, while goofy, still have some meaning. The extra songs on the deluxe addition only add on to this and are really appreciated. It is a classic Weezer album that feels like the Blue album and Pinkerton atFantastic album, definitely the best Weezer album since Pinkerton. This album screams dumb summer fun and doesn't take itself too serious. The instrumentation is beautiful and the lyrics, while goofy, still have some meaning. The extra songs on the deluxe addition only add on to this and are really appreciated. It is a classic Weezer album that feels like the Blue album and Pinkerton at times, but it is strong enough to have its own identity.… Expand
  4. nce93
    May 10, 2021
    10
    Without question, this is one of Weezer's best albums ever made. It mixes the best of all their sounds from the past two decades and creates a unique and cohesive whole that is 100% them. Even the bonus tracks are gems. This is essential listening for not just Weezer fans, but anyone who likes alternative rock.
  5. thegetaway
    Apr 15, 2021
    10
    A beautiful, incredible album that sees the band take back their crowns as music legends.
  6. NiKKo12
    Jan 31, 2021
    9
    Amongst the best Weezer albums. Not as good as the first two records, but damn does this have fire tracks like summer Elaine and drunk Dori and California kids, really amazing
  7. coconutandhuman
    Jan 30, 2021
    10
    It's a Weezer classic. there's not a single bad track (they are all good), all catchy, and the instruments are well put together. I thought the guitars really did it on this record. balancing the album with more darker songs was a nice touch. it's shows a lot of The Beach Boys while still being mostly Weezer. I personally think it belongs up there with Blue and Pinkerton. Kept coming backIt's a Weezer classic. there's not a single bad track (they are all good), all catchy, and the instruments are well put together. I thought the guitars really did it on this record. balancing the album with more darker songs was a nice touch. it's shows a lot of The Beach Boys while still being mostly Weezer. I personally think it belongs up there with Blue and Pinkerton. Kept coming back to it for years and i will keep coming back. love it… Expand
  8. Olivierdotwmv
    May 23, 2020
    10
    Amazing. One of weezer's best albums. Catchy choruses, great hooks, amazing vocals and instrumentals
  9. MysticManiac
    Feb 4, 2020
    6
    At first I didn't care for this album at all but after a couple listens, it's grown on me. I wouldn't say it's a great album but it's probably slightly above average for Weezer. Disappointing after EWBAITE imo but still alright. A few tracks which stood out to me were LA Girlz and Summer Elaine and Drunk Dori. Thank God For Girls is a pretty bad track though imo
  10. Gamesearcher1
    Aug 29, 2019
    7
    While I don't think it's as good as EWBAITE, the White Album is a very fun, energetic pop-rock album that is practically designed for the Summer.
    Rivers sounds as good as ever on the album, and nails almost every chorus. While being on the poppier side when compared to EWBAITE, which the album utilises to its benefit, and not containing as many amazing guitar moments, it's still miles up    While I don't think it's as good as EWBAITE, the White Album is a very fun, energetic pop-rock album that is practically designed for the Summer.
    Rivers sounds as good as ever on the album, and nails almost every chorus. While being on the poppier side when compared to EWBAITE, which the album utilises to its benefit, and not containing as many amazing guitar moments, it's still miles up from '00s Weezer, and some solos, like the one in "Endless Bummer", are wonderful.
    The lyrics aren't all that amazing, but they manage to make at least something intriguing on some tracks like "King of the World". They're mostly meant to be fun, if the titles didn't already tell you that, and, unlike on other albums by Weezer trying to do this, it doesn't come off as cringey.
    The album contains a lot of great, hell, even amazing songs, but it also has songs I really couldn't care about. Songs like "Do You Wanna Get High?" and "Summer Elaine and Drunk Dori" don't really do anything for me, and feel like speedbumps in the tracklisting, especially since they both surround what is easily the best song on the album.
    Overall, the White Album is easily one of Weezer's best. While the sound could've been expanded on, and songs could've certainly been made better, it manages to be a fun listen consistently through.
    Favourites: King of the World, Wind in our Sail, California Kids
    Least Favourites: Do You Wanna Get High?, LA Girlz, Summer Elaine and Drunk Dori    … Expand
  11. rextree
    Feb 19, 2019
    9
    This is how a Weezer album should be. Not a rehash of Blue and Pinkerton, but not throwaway. In the case of white, incorporating California and piano prominence is what made this album so amazing.
  12. RageAndGrace
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    I don't have much time, so I'll say this: I've listened through this album dozens of times. Never gets old. This may be controversial, but I believe that it is better than Pinkerton and Blue. An extremely worthy predecessor to EWBAITE, a very solid record.
  13. Andremax
    Jul 16, 2018
    8
    Best Weezer's album since Pinkerton. Returning to roots, with pinchs of modernity, nostalgia and even rap parts. One of the most tasteful albuns to listen, until band blows their song one year later.
  14. EricPToronto
    Jun 8, 2018
    10
    I couldn't stop playing this album for months. It was my summer 2016 soundtrack and I just kept playing it into the fall and then into winter. it was the best Weezer album in a decade. It's pretty much flawless from the opening of California Kids right through the end of Endless Bummer. This is what the Beach Boys would have sounded like if they grew up in the 80's and 90's. So muchI couldn't stop playing this album for months. It was my summer 2016 soundtrack and I just kept playing it into the fall and then into winter. it was the best Weezer album in a decade. It's pretty much flawless from the opening of California Kids right through the end of Endless Bummer. This is what the Beach Boys would have sounded like if they grew up in the 80's and 90's. So much love for this album. So much.… Expand
  15. stgrunu
    Mar 26, 2018
    10
    Probably the best Weezer album. Every song is better than the last one and even the duds are amazing tracks. I keep coming back to this album like once a month.
  16. Rwbureau
    Dec 28, 2017
    10
    Rivers explores a sonic mid ground between blue and Pinkerton with all of the pop sensibility of the Green album. On top of that the bridges and experimentation elevate the album above its predecessors in my opinion, especially on SEADD and Jacked Up.
  17. JaCrispyEnough
    Nov 29, 2017
    8
    A very decent return on Weezer's part to the sound of Pinkerton, this album is pleasantly surprising. Not as good as EWBAITE, but certainly better than any of the albums within the stream of albums between 2005's Make Believe and 2010's Hurley. It is unfortunate that such a good album came shortly before Weezer's worst record to date, 2017's Pacific Daydream, but they at least held aA very decent return on Weezer's part to the sound of Pinkerton, this album is pleasantly surprising. Not as good as EWBAITE, but certainly better than any of the albums within the stream of albums between 2005's Make Believe and 2010's Hurley. It is unfortunate that such a good album came shortly before Weezer's worst record to date, 2017's Pacific Daydream, but they at least held a streak of 2 good albums in a row.… Expand
  18. BlownSpeakers
    Jun 21, 2017
    8
    It’s becoming entirely grating how every Weezer album since Pinkerton is hailed as their “comeback” album. At this point, what does that even mean? Around the time of The Green Album that meant a return to The Blue Album sound but at this point it just seems like a promise that Rivers won’t feature another rapper like Lil Wayne on a track or that he won't let any of the other band membersIt’s becoming entirely grating how every Weezer album since Pinkerton is hailed as their “comeback” album. At this point, what does that even mean? Around the time of The Green Album that meant a return to The Blue Album sound but at this point it just seems like a promise that Rivers won’t feature another rapper like Lil Wayne on a track or that he won't let any of the other band members on the mic (which is much appreciated). Everything Will Be Alright In the End made well on these promises and found the band playing towards their strengths- catchy choruses, soaring guitar solos- while steering clear of the I’m-fresh-off-my-meds creativity of songs like “The Greatest Man That Ever Lived."

    Weezer continues down this path with yet another self-titled release, better known as The White Album. The latest from the 90s alt-rock band is a beach album, of sorts. Rivers once again tackles feelings of being lost, rejected, being too weird for his own good, but also has moments of optimism with songs like “California Kids” and “King of the World.” These songs exude a thinking that as long as you have the sun in your face and the sand in your toes, everything will be alright. This optimism stands in stark contrast to the creeping guitars in “Do You Want To Get High” and the lyrical depression of “Endless Bummer,” songs that make this thinking seem painfully ironic.

    “(Girl We Got A) Good Thing” plays on both these feelings, as the song joyfully jingle-jangles along until everything suddenly bottoms out in the bridge with Rivers screaming, “You scare me like an open window”- the whole band shatters two times in response- BAM BAM!! It’s these intense moments, shared similarly in the verses of “L.A. Girls,” that cut to the core because it actually feels like something is at stake- it could be a loved one, or maybe your sense of normalcy. This threat looms over the album, giving the record a freaky quality over repeated listens.

    As for lyrics, you’re going to get your standard Weezer “woah-oh’s” and your fair share of awkwardly revealing moments- “I put my shirt over my head/I’m trying not look at her chest.” Weezer switches things up with “Thank God For Girls,” where he messes about with gender roles. The track doesn’t do anything groundbreaking, but the imagery of cannoli being shoved in a man’s mouth is hard to forget. “Summer Elaine and Drunk Dori” is the only snoozer this go around- a lyrically unfocused paint by numbers Weezer track.

    Weezer’s White Album is a beach album in the sense of getting stung by a jelly fish at the beach, or getting jumped by a gang of surfers. The album lures you in with promises of a feel good time but are left with your face in the sand by the end. This trickery is a real treat though, as the contrast of tones keeps things unpredictable.    … Expand
  19. Nivek
    Dec 10, 2016
    8
    This new Weezer album is their best in a long time. The White Album is your typical California Rock album with some pop-rock and alternative rock tunes that are actually pretty great. There are no bad songs on this album which is a great plus but there really aren't any mediocre songs either. Every song is either great or good, some are better than the others but none of them stick out asThis new Weezer album is their best in a long time. The White Album is your typical California Rock album with some pop-rock and alternative rock tunes that are actually pretty great. There are no bad songs on this album which is a great plus but there really aren't any mediocre songs either. Every song is either great or good, some are better than the others but none of them stick out as awful. When listening to this album there is no song that is one you want to skip. I think that the only problem with this record is that all of the songs are not rock enough if that makes sense. With the exception of Do You Wanna Get High? these songs have more of a pop sound to them which is not really what I want out of Weezer. Weezer's best albums are their first two (The Blue Album and Pinkerton) and I think that they should really go back to the sound that is on those records. This record is great for what it is but could be better.

    Great Songs: Do You Wanna Get High?, L.A. Girlz, Thank God For Girls, California Kids
    Good Songs: Endless Bummer, Summer Elaine and Drunk Dori, King of the World, Wind in Our Sail
    Mediocre - Good Songs: Jacked Up, (Girl We Got A) Good Thing

    Verdict: I debated between a strong 7 or a light 8 for this album and decided to go with a light 8/10 probalby more of a 7.75/10    … Expand
  20. PunkNu-Wave
    Sep 4, 2016
    10
    Despite having the worst song titles of any album in 2016 the music and lyrics are surprisingly good. Plus the fact that a band can make albums as bad as 'Raditude' and 'Make believe' and then release something even passable, yet alone great is enough for me to give this a 10.
  21. Ricko
    Aug 26, 2016
    8
    Like many Weezer fans, I adored and still to this day love their first two albums. Albums 3 and 4 had loads of great moments but ultimately I think the best of the material that made up "Green" and "Maladroit" should have made just the one album. While I always still listen to any new Weezer release, I gave up on them in the mid 00's when they released "Make Believe" and could count on oneLike many Weezer fans, I adored and still to this day love their first two albums. Albums 3 and 4 had loads of great moments but ultimately I think the best of the material that made up "Green" and "Maladroit" should have made just the one album. While I always still listen to any new Weezer release, I gave up on them in the mid 00's when they released "Make Believe" and could count on one hand the amount of brilliant moments they had over their next 3 or 4 albums. 2014's "Everything Will Be Alright In The End" offered some hope and was the first album in nearly a decade that I went back to several times. By the time of that albums release my expectations for a Weezer album were so drastically reduced that it was hard to know whether the band had actually made a good album or whether it simply just wasn't awful. Whatever else, "Everything Will Be Alright In The End" stoked an interest in Weezer that had been long gone. For the follow up Weezer have only gone and produced their best album in 20 years, their finest work since the legendary "Pinkerton". Boldly known as "White", weezer's 4th eponymous album is lean and toned. 10 tracks that come in at just over half an hour, every song is built around melodies rather than riffs. For what has literally been decades, Rivers Cuomo has been trying to recapture that "summer" he came across so effortlessly in the mid 90's. He's finally struck gold again.… Expand
  22. gemmapartlow
    Jul 20, 2016
    8
    The best thing about Weezer albums, for me, is always hanging out at home and singing the songs really loudly with my friends. Since I couldn't do that this time, I had to listen about 3 times before I caught up with myself. It's a good album.
  23. metroid1980
    Jul 15, 2016
    9
    This is a classic weezer album, is very enjoyable to listen, its not hard... its not their best album yet, but neighter their worst. It has some awesome tracks in it, but not a single one thats gonna be memorable as their old stuff.
  24. Jamison12
    Jul 2, 2016
    9
    Weezer's latest self-titled album is a wonderful combination of Beach boys-esque pop and pop-rock. While some songs such as "Wind In Our Sail" and "Summer Elaine and Drunk Dori" of are by no means terrible songs, they don't do the rest of the album justice and sometimes feel like pointless additions. That said, with the track "California Kids" to start the album, the listener is hooked.Weezer's latest self-titled album is a wonderful combination of Beach boys-esque pop and pop-rock. While some songs such as "Wind In Our Sail" and "Summer Elaine and Drunk Dori" of are by no means terrible songs, they don't do the rest of the album justice and sometimes feel like pointless additions. That said, with the track "California Kids" to start the album, the listener is hooked. Halfway through the album, the Pinkerton sounding single "Do You Wanna Get High?" convinces the listener to listen to the rest of the album, and they aren't disappointed. The album's final three tracks (L.A. Girlz, Jacked Up and Endless Bummer) solidify the album as one of the band's best. L.A. Girlz, a rock anthem to the girls of Los Angeles, is arguably one of the band's best songs, regardless of album. Jacked Up is an uplifting love song and Endless Bummer closes out the album by capturing the feelings of going back to school for younger listeners and reminiscing about a summer relationship perfectly.
    Not only is "The White Album" one of the best power pop albums of the year, it's one of the band's top 5 albums ever released.    … Expand
  25. Danm95VFF
    Apr 16, 2016
    9
    EWBAITE seemed to me to be the band's "call to arms" album to show the fans that they could still be a solid rock band after years of mainstream pop experimentation. The White Album, on the other hand, once again displays the band cutting out all the **** and just cracking on with, well, being Weezer. Fans of their early stuff are definitely in for a treat - there are more memorableEWBAITE seemed to me to be the band's "call to arms" album to show the fans that they could still be a solid rock band after years of mainstream pop experimentation. The White Album, on the other hand, once again displays the band cutting out all the **** and just cracking on with, well, being Weezer. Fans of their early stuff are definitely in for a treat - there are more memorable moments on here than on EWBAITE - the songs feel fully motivated - whereas Rivers may have still been reluctant at the time of EWBAITE to settle back fully into a rock vibe, here he sounds much more confident and in his element. Against all the odds Weezer are ageing gracefully with a fantastic album that nods to their early work as well as sounding current and being a great summer/beach album.… Expand
  26. ns156
    Apr 15, 2016
    7
    This isn't anything new in 2016, but it's the best music Weezer's made since the 90s and mostly thoroughly enjoyable for any fan of this kind of music. It never feels forced, gimmicky, etc., which is a massive accomplishment considering their 2000s body of work.
  27. ChrisA
    Apr 11, 2016
    9
    Great cohesive album. California Kids, Do You Wanna Get High, King of the World, and Summer Elaine and Drunk Dori are classic Weezer, while Jacked Up is different but very refreshing.
  28. Sshaban1
    Apr 11, 2016
    6
    There's a few good songs on this album although, most of them are repetitive in sound. Artistically it doesn't break any barriers or push music forward. I felt as if it was stale at times, and upbeat at others. Solid 6.5
  29. Slowave
    Apr 10, 2016
    9
    Suprisingly cohesive and well-rounded, this album balances the pop hooks with the Weezer-cheese with the we-might-be-a-metal-band with self-loathing-is-fun (think Pinkerton on a beach sipping a pink rabbit instead of warm beer). I didn't think I'd like it more than EWBAITE (the last one), but it's growing on me, and doesn't suffer any single misstep that I'm tempted to hit "next" on. AllSuprisingly cohesive and well-rounded, this album balances the pop hooks with the Weezer-cheese with the we-might-be-a-metal-band with self-loathing-is-fun (think Pinkerton on a beach sipping a pink rabbit instead of warm beer). I didn't think I'd like it more than EWBAITE (the last one), but it's growing on me, and doesn't suffer any single misstep that I'm tempted to hit "next" on. All in all, wow. Damn, Weezer! Back at it again with the White album.… Expand
  30. johdhayw
    Apr 9, 2016
    9
    Finally a Weezer album that sounds like Weezer. Glad to see they are satisfied with being themselves again after wandering in the musical woods for a few albums.
  31. ILikeThemeParks
    Apr 8, 2016
    8
    I think I officially don't hate Weezer anymore! This record continues the trend that EWBAITE went with, which is going back to the basics with the classic 90's Weezer sound. But here they do work with more keyboards and pianos, and they go with a bit of a Beach Boys 60's pop influence. It's not too overpowering, but it is enough to stay interesting and fresh when compared to otherI think I officially don't hate Weezer anymore! This record continues the trend that EWBAITE went with, which is going back to the basics with the classic 90's Weezer sound. But here they do work with more keyboards and pianos, and they go with a bit of a Beach Boys 60's pop influence. It's not too overpowering, but it is enough to stay interesting and fresh when compared to other albums the band has put out in the 90's. Kind of like how EWBAITE ended with that long epic guitar finale! So it seems like Weezer have found a formula that keeps their classic sound while trying new things and experimenting a little bit here and there. But "Thank God for Girls" is just really stupid and annoying. But that is the only track I don't like. The rest of the album is very solid. "King of the World", "Do You Wanna Get High?", "California Kids", and "Endless Bummer" are my favorite tracks. So overall, I'd definitely suggest picking this up if you liked Weezer's last album and if you like their first two albums. This is probably my 4th favorite Weezer album! I'm not sure if this record will be one of my favorites of the year or not, it's too early to tell. But what I do know is that this is a good album!… Expand
  32. GTMoor
    Apr 8, 2016
    8
    A true return to form from Weezer. This album manages to collect the feel of the best tracks of Hurley, the ideals of Blue and Pinkerton, and the style of Everything Will Be Alright and mesh it into a true "beach album" just as Rivers wanted it to be.

    Although this album is not free of flaws. Summer Elaine is in no way a bad track, but doesn't appear the capture the same emotion as some    A true return to form from Weezer. This album manages to collect the feel of the best tracks of Hurley, the ideals of Blue and Pinkerton, and the style of Everything Will Be Alright and mesh it into a true "beach album" just as Rivers wanted it to be.

    Although this album is not free of flaws. Summer Elaine is in no way a bad track, but doesn't appear the capture the same emotion as some of the other tracks on the album. Leading to a track that is not forgettable, but is frankly (in my opinion) easily skippable. (Girl We Got A) Good Thing can also be slightly overly sweet occasionally. But in true Weezer fashion, we still get some pounding beats and memorable riffs out of even the low points of the album.

    But enough about the low points. We should be talking about the majority of the album, highlights. Immediately from California Kids' deep guitar and pounding drums in the chorus. To the transition from that track to Wind In Our Sail (one of my personal favorites) and the sheer nostalgia of the early days of Weezer that Do You Wanna Get High? brings. Not to mention how uniquely sad, but upbeat Jacked Up is (another one of my favorites).

    Of course we can't forget to mention those other singles. Thank God For Girls seems to fit even better now that it has it's place in the album, and L.A. Girlz is a perfect lead in to Jacked Up. King Of The World stands out most as a true homage to everything Weezer is. A pop rock bank from California who just like to sing about girls and have fun.

    I guess all that's left to be said is that we'd better be excited to see if Rivers' "Black Album" comes to fruition.    … Expand
  33. lenny68
    Apr 7, 2016
    5
    As a fan it pains me to say it but this is sadly another patchy offering from Weezer . They've been 'treading water' now for a long time and maybe it's time to call it a day.
  34. OPTrav
    Apr 5, 2016
    8
    Do I think this album is great? No! But it is enjoyable and exactly what I needed in that moment so Weezer, thanks for an enjoyable 34 minutes that frankly made my day.
  35. ThomasGully
    Apr 5, 2016
    10
    A true return to form!! I think people will learn to appreciate this much more in the future, like how Pinkerton took a while to become acknowledged as a fantastic album. Fans of the Blue Album and Pinkerton will love this
  36. p2c
    Apr 5, 2016
    10
    Solid Weezer record. it flows effortlessly from song to song. In various parts, reminiscent of their first four albums. Lyrics are thoughtfully crafted throughout. Lot's of sonic nuggets to be found. Very well produced and it really sounds great with airy vocals and crunchy guitars, but also rocking piano and guitar runs.

    The performance of bass and drums stand out in the best    Solid Weezer record. it flows effortlessly from song to song. In various parts, reminiscent of their first four albums. Lyrics are thoughtfully crafted throughout. Lot's of sonic nuggets to be found. Very well produced and it really sounds great with airy vocals and crunchy guitars, but also rocking piano and guitar runs.

    The performance of bass and drums stand out in the best possible way throughout. Pat Wilson brings it all to the table and has you air drumming. As for bass, Scott Shriner's bass tones just rock. It is apparent on every track he put lots of work into this record.

    The two songs written by Rivers and Brian Bell stand out as excellent Weezer songs. I hope the next record keeps up this production style and in-band co-writing. Much of the Blue album was written by Rivers and Pat.

    My only complaint is that it is not longer. It is tight, but Endless Bummer could be another "Only in Dreams" style 6 or 7 minute masterpiece.    … Expand
  37. blackclash
    Apr 4, 2016
    7
    This album is great. I was extremely shocked they totally went back to a 90s sound. the only thing i was not really impressed with was the titles of the songs.I feel they are a little un-creative although; i think they might have wanted to go with a very simple title considering the name of the album is called "the white album'
  38. mightymatt1848
    Apr 4, 2016
    10
    I really like Weezer. There are few bands who can boast the same degree of longevity, and even fewer so prolific. Ten albums over a 22-year period is a pretty impressive resume. They've also been unafraid to experiment with their sound, a trend that has both endeared and confounded longtime fans. Most consider their first album, the self-titled "Blue Album", their gold standard. OthersI really like Weezer. There are few bands who can boast the same degree of longevity, and even fewer so prolific. Ten albums over a 22-year period is a pretty impressive resume. They've also been unafraid to experiment with their sound, a trend that has both endeared and confounded longtime fans. Most consider their first album, the self-titled "Blue Album", their gold standard. Others gravitate more toward its follow-up, the more introspective "Pinkerton". Most consider the "Green Album" a decent companion to those. Just about everything else has divided fans and critics. I would rank this latest effort, the "White Album", up there with my favorites, which are the Blue and Green albums. It sounds a lot like the Blue album, with hints of what they did on "Pinkerton" and the underrated "Make Believe". If you give it a couple of listens, you'll realize there really isn't a bad song on the whole album, and it works cohesively, start to finish. It's also catchy as hell. Lead singer/guitarist/songwriter Rivers Cuomo seems to have finally found his groove. He's still a little insecure emotionally, but his musical confidence is evident. He's not on a quest for a hit single anymore, he's not teaming up with rappers and trying to be "cool". Much of the lyrical content is a love letter to his wife, exploring their ups and downs together. It's a good blend of sunniness and pathos...a winner all the way.… Expand
  39. jrodfilms
    Apr 4, 2016
    7
    ill be honest and say i really loved their last album more than this. this one still has to grow on me but so far girl we got a good thing is my favorite. short album, dont need to skip a track.
  40. Boblawblah
    Apr 4, 2016
    10
    A true return to awesome... Finally one of my favorite bands of all time sound like themselves again! My favorite entire Weezer album since Pinkerton. In my opinion this album like Pinkerton will just continue to grow on me like a poppy fungal infection that hurts but damn does it rock!
  41. treblecharger1
    Apr 2, 2016
    10
    Summer Elaine leading into LA girlz is the second coming! What an album! Cannot wait until I take this album to Jamiaca next week and blast on the beach!
  42. Swishalicious29
    Apr 2, 2016
    8
    The cover art for this Weezer album is very telling. When listening to this album I picture myself on the beach listening to some solid pop rock. This is one of Weezer's best albums in probably a decade.

    The singles from this album were all very promising from the silliness of "Thank God for Girls" to the experimental Pinkerton sound on "Do You Wanna Get High" and the catchy tune "King    The cover art for this Weezer album is very telling. When listening to this album I picture myself on the beach listening to some solid pop rock. This is one of Weezer's best albums in probably a decade.

    The singles from this album were all very promising from the silliness of "Thank God for Girls" to the experimental Pinkerton sound on "Do You Wanna Get High" and the catchy tune "King of the World" which sounds like it could have been on the Green album. Weezer doesn't experiment much on this album, but its filled with catchy tunes so I don't have much in the way of complaints. The lyrics are silly and interesting, production is exciting and hooks are pretty killer. The chorus on a song like "Girl we Got A Good Thing" sound like a walk through a snowy street on Christmas while "Wind in Our Sail" sounds like being on a cruise. The songs are varied and transition into each other very well.

    There are some moments I didn't care for, like the falsetto vocals on "Jacked Up" or the semi boring start to "Endless Bummer" but for the most part this is some great music. I'm glad that Weezer put out a great album here as a long time fan of the band.    … Expand
  43. proterospongia
    Apr 2, 2016
    7
    Weezer's fourth self-titled is undoubtedly a summer record. It keeps you up all the time, it's drenched in everlasting youth and teen spirit. Weezer shows with the White Album, that even after 10 albums, they can be the students of a style that they created and used to be teachers.

    Best Tracks: Wind In Our Sail, Thank God For Girls, Do You Wanna Get High
  44. SolInvicta
    Apr 2, 2016
    8
    Possibly their best since Pinkerton. Every song is immensely fun and infectiously catchy. The perfect album to take you into the summer and a clear continuation of Weezer's winning streak. Surpassed my high expectations after the excellent EWBAITE.
  45. WixedTroll
    Apr 2, 2016
    10
    This is my third favorite album. There are still some small things that could make it better, but overall it is amazing. I really liked the use of the piano, and discovering that new style. Great album weezer!
  46. Erlioth
    Apr 1, 2016
    10
    If you don't like this summer feel good pop punk masterpiece you might be a jaded normie. The low points of EWBAITE are missing, Pinkerton it may not be, maybe closer to a Green Album without bad songs this time around
  47. Rybread28
    Apr 1, 2016
    10
    This is easily my fourth favorite weezer album. it has so many freking amazing songs the whole album is a master piece in every single way and i love it it flows so well the lyrics are great the vocals are great. 10/10 in every way only sorta flaw lyrics on thank god for girls other then that its flawless
  48. TheHutch
    Apr 1, 2016
    8
    As a long time fan who has found redeeming qualities in just about every weezer album, I can't help but smile when I hear this album. They have made an album that captures the fun and innocence of summer with very upbeat, catchy tunes that will keep you listening. There is definitely some Beach Boys vibe here, but shone through a Weezer filter. I'm not going to compare this album toAs a long time fan who has found redeeming qualities in just about every weezer album, I can't help but smile when I hear this album. They have made an album that captures the fun and innocence of summer with very upbeat, catchy tunes that will keep you listening. There is definitely some Beach Boys vibe here, but shone through a Weezer filter. I'm not going to compare this album to their eponymous debut album or 'Pinkerton' , because, really, who remains the same for over 20 years? I am not waiting for the next blue album. Frankly I don't want a band to rehash themselves time and again (LOOKING AT YOU AC/DC) . And as a minor aside, Pinkerton was widely dismissed as a failure when it first came out. That was one of the reasons why Rivers went into isolation shortly thereafter. But I'm getting off point here. What I'm trying to say is that this album has enough of a great blend of pop, power, reverb, nostalgia, and 2016 Weezer in it to keep Weezer fans and maybe more than a few newbies coming back for more. Give it a listen and I'm fairly certain you won't be disappointed. While this album isn't as cynical as some previous efforts, the boys seem like they have a renewed sense of focus and, in a light hearted way, have made an album very much befitting the name, 'the white album'. … Expand
  49. CunningRHino
    Apr 1, 2016
    10
    Return to form and classic fun. We can't expect another 90s masterpiece but you can't help but smile through this album. Guitar solos galore. Melodies that make you cry as well.
  50. JustinLovesRock
    Apr 1, 2016
    8
    I for one am a big fan of Weezer so when this album was announced, I was excited as any Weezer fan would be. However, I did have my concerns with this album like anyone else would mainly because, as fans, we know when we hear something we don't agree with. (I don't need to bring up Raditude, do I?). But this album, I have to admit, I frankly enjoyed it. It really captures the sound andI for one am a big fan of Weezer so when this album was announced, I was excited as any Weezer fan would be. However, I did have my concerns with this album like anyone else would mainly because, as fans, we know when we hear something we don't agree with. (I don't need to bring up Raditude, do I?). But this album, I have to admit, I frankly enjoyed it. It really captures the sound and vibe of the California beach. But as much as I like it, it's no Everything Will Be Alright In The End. There are some tracks that people won't probably get on board with this release (I'm looking at you, 'Jacked Up'). But overall, I kind of like this album. It really does sound like the Weezer i'm familiar with.… Expand
  51. A7sus4
    Apr 1, 2016
    8
    While still incorporating elements from their entire catalog and mixing in a few new ideas, Weezer has finally returned to their 90's roots with The White Album. And I thought EWBAITE was good!
  52. twaddle
    Apr 1, 2016
    8
    Weezer's repertoire has always been somewhat of a mixed bag. Some albums are modern masterpieces ('Pinkerton' & 'The Blue Album'), some are pretty good ('Green Album', 'Maladroit', 'The Red Album'), and one in particular is probably the worst "rock" album I have EVER heard ('Radi... Raditu... Radituuuu... sorry almost threw up there). Luckily for us 2016's The White Album belongs in theWeezer's repertoire has always been somewhat of a mixed bag. Some albums are modern masterpieces ('Pinkerton' & 'The Blue Album'), some are pretty good ('Green Album', 'Maladroit', 'The Red Album'), and one in particular is probably the worst "rock" album I have EVER heard ('Radi... Raditu... Radituuuu... sorry almost threw up there). Luckily for us 2016's The White Album belongs in the pretty good category. The songs are catchy, memorable and continue to have the silly, nonsensical lyrics Mr. Cuomo is famous for but without the annoyance of placating to the lowest common denominator. It sounds like the band is having as much fun on this record as they were on their first release.

    Favourite song?: 'Do You Wanna Get High?': A quasi-love song that could have fit nicely into the 'Pinkerton' era.
    Least favourite song?: Probably 'Summer Elaine & Drunk Dori' if only because after listening to the album a half dozen times, that song is the only one that I can never remember a single note nor lyric.
    Song I Should Hate But I Like?: 'L.A. Girlz'.... what an earworm!    … Expand
  53. jbraid89
    Apr 1, 2016
    10
    As a long-time fan I am undoubtedly biased, but this album - like 2014's Everything Will Be Alright In The End - is Weezer at their best. A fantastic mix of 90s-reminiscent tracks (e.g. Do You Wanna Get High, LA Girlz), upbeat pop-rock (e.g. Wind In Our Sail, King of the World) and interesting new directions (e.g. Thank God For Girls, Jacked Up). A perfect summer album.
  54. JArriaga11
    Apr 1, 2016
    10
    Flawed? Yes. "But, it's a worthy successor to EWBAITE and a great addition to Weezer's discography. Weezer is back and kicking it again... which does make you wonder. Why did it take so long to get here again?
  55. Gustard
    Apr 1, 2016
    9
    Many fans were scared that the previous album `ewbaite` was a special one time thing but this wonderful beach blast reassures us that Weezer still know what they`re doing.

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 29
  3. Negative: 1 out of 29
  1. PopMatters
    Apr 18, 2016
    70
    While the band may never again reach the heights of their two ‘90s albums, The White Album is just as listenable as those second era albums.
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  2. AllMusic
    Apr 15, 2016
    90
    [Cuomo's] eccentricities slip out from the cracks in his carefully constructed songs. Sinclair wisely decides to accentuate all these quirks, whether they derive from Cuomo or the band's interplay, so The White Album crackles underneath its tight presentation.
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  3. Magnet
    Apr 15, 2016
    10
    Weezer, the 10th album by Weezer, is about as good (or bad, your call) as Weezer, several measures worse than Weezer, and a once-you-hear-it, you'll-never-unhear-it skid mark on the shorts of Weezer. [No. 130, p.51]
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