When green day came out with Dookie in 1994, nobody couldn't have even expected how popular and influential in music they would be come. The band struggled to maintain success and in 1997 they put they're punk rock image on the line with the experimental "Nimrod" and it payed off in a darn good way.
Nice Guys finish Last- This song is really catchy. It follows the typical green Day formula, though it's really upbeat and fun. The lyrics are relatable as well, like "living on demand, your shaking lots of hands" a good opener for the album. 4/5
Hitchin A Ride- this is A weaker moment. The harmonica is a nice touch, but it just comes off as a filler song. It's catchy but not in a good way. And the lyrics are just nonsensical. 1.5/5
The Grouch- This is similar to the opening song in the vain that it follows the same formula. It is much more punk-ish, and has good lyrics. And it's a headbanger too I guess. 2/5
Redundant- this is by far The albums best song. It has excellent lyrics and a good sound even though it is a little poppish. Plus the video is really funny. 5/5
Scattered- This ones lyrics aren't very good, but it has great guitar work. Tre does good on the drums and Mike isn't that good of to hear. It can be very nostalgic to some. 3.5/5
All The Time- This has great guitar work, basing, and drumming even though the lyrics aren't that great. It is more punk fueled and does a good Job on delivery. 3/5
Worry Rock- This is just another boring, generic and unspired love song that tries to be a punk track but fails. The lyrics are cheesy and the guitar and drums are pretty average. Filler. 1/5
Platypus (I Hate You)- This is a really good song. It is out of control in terms of the instrumentation, and BJA's vocals are wild and in the bridge he starts swearing worse than a sailor. 5/5
Uptight- This has excellent bass work, decent guitar licks and nice drumming to accompany BJ's nice lyrics. Another highlight. 5/5
Since "Last Ride In" is an instrumental song I'm going to skip it.
Jinx- Here is one of the shorter songs and better ones. Although the lyrics are pretty average, the guitar work and vocals are great. Good punk song. 4/5
Haushinka- Pretty much Jinx with different lyrics. 3/5
Walking Alone- One of the "different" songs. Like Hitchin A Ride, it employs a harmonica but this time it works. The lyrics aren't great but the strong work at the instruments make up for it. 2.5/5
Reject- As for lyrics, pretty self explanatory. Another fast punk song, decent. 3.5/5
Take Back- Pretty much Green days take on metal, it's only 1 minute long and completey ditches the three cord stuff. Listen for yourself. 4/5
King For A Day- This is more of a joke song and another different song. The lyrics are about Billie Joe being a cross dresser and its a fun song if you want a good laugh or thrill. Implies a lot of brass. 4/5
Good Riddance- SURELY you've heard this little diddy before, it was played for eons on the radio for the longest time and it is popular at graduations. It's a beautiful song with great gutair work and vocals. 5/5
Prosthetic Head- garbage. Basically filler at the end of the album. 0.5/5
Nimrod is a very good album despite some bad songs, definitely give it a listen. One of they're best by far.
