Barenaked Ladies — Snacktime

The Barenaked Ladies know that kids entertainment can also amuse grown-ups, and showcase this idea on Snacktime, their children's album. Opener "7 8 9" is both an interesting counting lesson and a hilarious wordplay exercise. Likewise with "Raisins," which features educational and funny lyrics like "Raisins come from grapes/People come from apes/I come from Canada." Kids can also learn why their friends sneeze during certain months on the punky "Allergies." Elsewhere, there are classic rock references thrown in the mix for adults. "Eraser" features a Queen-y midsection and "Crazy ABC's" honours ZZ Top. Classical music aficionados will appreciate that another track pays homage to Mozart's The Magic Flute. While a bit slow, the latter third of the record will help children unwind. If Snack Time was all sugar-filled hyperactivity, the kids would have difficulty settling down afterwards and the album would never be played again. Use it on the next family road trip.

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