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One of the best bands of the generation
Their best album by far
I'm giving it 5 stars despite my gripes
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words cannot describe.

Dizzy up the Girl
The Goo Goo Dolls
Manufacturer: Warner Bros / Wea
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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000AG8K
Release Date: 1998-09-22

Tracks:

Dizzy
Slide
Broadway
January Friend
Black Balloon
Bullet Proof
Amigone
All Eyes On Me
Full Forever
Acoustic #3
Iris
Extra Pale
Hate This Place

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The orchestral-pop hit "Iris" (from the soundtrack to City of Angels) proved the Goo Goo Dolls were no one-hit wonder with 1995's "Name." One listen to "Slide," the crafty, yearning second track off their sixth release, suggests the streak continues for Buffalo's finest. Not surprisingly, aspects that make the aforementioned songs memorable--warm, acoustic stylings; strings; heartrending hooks--also make Dizzy come alive elsewhere. Ultimately, the effort documents the band's continued migration from indie rock toward the mainstream. Thus, while "Slide" and the reprise of the wondrous "Iris" might shine for weeks (or even years) of repeated listens, attempts to keep alive the group's power-trio past often have a been-there/done-that feel. --Neal Weiss

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One of the best bands of the generation.......2007-07-11

I cannot believe I hadn't discovered the Goo Goo Dolls before! I was rather young when they released this album, but nevertheless I've recently become a diehard fan! Great rock album. For me, standout tracks consist of the extremely popular Slide, Broadway, Acoustic #3, Iris, and All Eyes On Me. And I must say, Black Balloon has to be one of the GREATEST songs ever written; it conveys so much passion! Definetely my favorite track.
I am not a huge fan of Robbie's songs at all, mostly because I find his voice rather whiny. But his instrumentals are not bad.
Without a doubt, the Goo Goo Dolls are one of the best bands of this generation.

Their best album by far.......2007-02-28

Their best album by far. I bought this when it came out. I remember the single Iris and Slide. Excellent album. Brings back memories.

I'm giving it 5 stars despite my gripes.......2006-11-22

When it comes down to Goo Goo Dolls albums, most people tend to be in 3 camps: flat-out hate the band, love the band but wish they were more hard rocking like their pre-Name days or the people that love them regardless. After the success of Name they became bigger and more popular so of course this record feels like the band making that move to the big leagues. Now my gripes are actually down to my track-by-track review: and that deals with bassist Robby Takac's songs. Now they're admirable and nothing against the guy personally but you almost end up appreciating John's songs more after listening to his so this review will only be about John's since less face it, I'd give really low marks to the other stuff.

Dizzy: A very hard rocking riff leads us off and then the chorus comes in which arguably has my favorite guitar riff John has written. The quiet bridge works well and crescendos to the final chorus. Overall, an excellent album opener. 9/10

Slide: Everyone pretty much knows it. An insanely catchy riff leads into a song about decisions about abortion? And it's such a upbeat happy sounding song? Go figure. While it's certainly one of the band's well-known songs, it might not be their absolute best. 8.5/10

Broadway: This song probably won't get the attention of Iris or Slide which is too bad cause it's actually a really upbeat and rocking track. My one gripe I guess is just that: it's a great track when you actually listen to it but otherwise you might not head straight for it. 8/10

Black Balloon: One of the best songs the band has done, period. Lyrically honest and frank with a great chorus but oddly my favorite section is that little bit before the chorus such as "that swallowed the light from the sun, it was your room, yeah!". Luckily radio didn't kill this one. 9.5/10

Bullet Proof: Some people only gives this halfway marks but this is one of their best rocker tracks with an absolutely stunning vocal performance during the chorus. I literally went "holy **** this guy can actually sing!" It's either a highlight or just merely an okay song. Personally I love it. 8/10

All Eyes on Me: Similar to Ain't It Unusual from Boy Named Goo, this is one of those kind of songs that never gets attention but it's awesome regardless. Bit low-key during the verses till it kicks into high gear for an effective chorus. 8/10

Acoustic #3: Just John, an acoustic(in standard for once) and small orchestra backing but it's effective. Some don't like it's really short length, others think it's perfect. I'm in the latter. 7.5/10

Iris: Every band worth tends to have that one signature song that they can't escape, for better or worse. Pearl Jam has Jeremy, Pink Floyd has Another Brick in the Wall Part II, Nirvana has Teen Spirit. Iris is the Dolls'. An incredibly unusual tuning but effective vocals by John. If I do have one gripe, besides the overplayedness, is the string section as it makes the song a bit too "produced". Initial listen you'll love it. 100 times later? Maybe. 9.5/10

Hate This Place: As a closer, it slightly disappoints but as a song on its own it's definately great. A straight-forward rocker that at least will get some toe tappings. It probably won't latch onto you right away and it probably won't have the impact of Naked or Here is Gone but it's still a fine listen nonetheless. 8/10

Now you'll notice it's a short review and that's because like I said, I omitted Robby's songs. Now, they're not really outright terrible but you get so wrapped up in John's that when somebody else starts it's kind of like "ugh". But there's not a single John song here that's just average so if you program your player to only play his, you'll probably have one of the better rock releases.

Good.......2006-11-05

Most of the songs are great; I didn't know I knew them, but when I heard them, they were amazing. A couple left something to be desired, however.
Overall, though, it was a great CD.

words cannot describe........2006-11-03

If only the rating system could exceed 5 stars! This album has proved to be quite possibly the best-spent 15.00 of my life. I bought it back in 2005, having been a goo fan for years but never buying any albums. Many of the reviews on here rave about the obvious mega-hits on the album: slide, iris, black balloon, broadway, and dizzy. Don't get me wrong- these are amazing songs too! But I know that as an avid review reader, I like a breakdown of every song on an album, and not just the singles.

Dizzy - - One of my favorite songs on the album. Among my friends and I, it's called the "bi-polar" song, because the chorus is so different from the rest of the song. Fast-paced and full of emotion, the melody is great and the overall song as a whole just has a great feel to it. 4.5/5

Slide - - Oh, the famous Slide. This song has become almost a staple in 90's pop/rock/alternative. The tune is catchy enough to reside in your head all day, but there's something about it I feel I can relate to on a deeper level. Something about how upbeat the music is in contrast with the sad theme of the lyrics. Timeless song. 5/5

Broadway - - What I like best about the Goo Goo Dolls is that they produce material that everyone can identify with. The lyrics are crafted from situations that we've all experienced, to some extent. I remember reading somewhere that John Rzeznik wrote this about his alcoholic father. Whatever the meaning, this is a great, solid song with a fun chorus. 4/5

January Friend - - First song by bassist/singer Robby Takac. I'm not the biggest fan of his voice; i prefer Rzeznik's. But Robby's lyrics have a different style to them, and I have to respect it. The song is a little harder to interpret, but overall great to just let loose to. Robby has this energy to him, it's pretty infectious. Not a bad song. 3/5

Black Balloon - - What a difference in style. This song is nothing like January Friend, but somehow the transition is fine. Probably my favorite song, black balloon illustrates a story of love complicated by drug abuse and a girl who Johnny Rzeznik just can't seem to reach. This song is so deep and beautiful, and Rzeznik really shines both lyrically and vocally.
5/5

Bullet Proof - - Not a song that initally popped out at me, to be honest. But after listening to this album for nearly two years, you develop a respect for all the tracks. The guitar is great! Rzeznik's voice seems a little strained, but it actually adds to the fast-paced, almost depserate attitude of the song. Very good. 3/5

Amigone - - Robby Takac's second song. Named after a Buffalo funeral home. I don't care much for this song, but it's not one that I skip over very often, either. Robby's voice again has that infectious, upbeat attitude. Lyrics seem a little repetitive, but not annoyingly so. Okay. 2.7/5

All Eyes On Me - - This song is one of two that, I believe, deserve more recognition. Many albums today are a collection of one to three singles, and the rest of the songs are "fillers", or so-so attempts that all sound the same. This is certainly not true with Dizzy Up the Girl, and All Eyes On Me is not a filler in the least! The chorus has this incredibly real chorus. You can feel the emotion in Rzeznik's voice. What an amazing track; I'd give it 10/5 if I could (: 5/5

Full Forever - - The third Robby Takac song. Despite a mild beginning, the song picks up tempo around the one minute mark, and becomes very catchy! The chorus is backed with great guitars and Robby's raspy voice adds to the diamond-in-the-rough feel of this song. 4/5

Acoustic #3 - - The album's shortest song times in at 1:56. I've seen many a review that complains about the length, and personally I think that adding any more to the song would ruin it. It's short and meaningful, with a simple acoustic guitar and violin in the background. Beautiful message, beautiful melody. 5/5

Iris - - Here it is, the song that everyone in America was singing when the movie City of Angels premiered. It's become less of a song and more of an anthem to every misunderstood person experiencing love. The lyrics are overquoted, but it does not make this any less of a song. I want this played at my wedding. Incredible track. 5/5

Extra Pale - - I find this a rather strange song to follow Iris, and I don't really care for it. Musically, it's a good song. Takac's vocals are strong and I really enjoy the drumline. I do like the lyrics, but I just don't care much for the song. 2/5

Hate This Place - - What a great way to seal the album. This is my second favorite under-represented song. "Hold on, dream away/You're my sweet charade." The chorus is so beautiful and strong. Really defied my expectations. 5/5

In summary, if you haven't yet purchased this album, get in your car and head to your nearest walmart/target/FYE. Or scroll up and add it to your Amazon Cart. You won't be dissapointed.

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Kurva Kurvos
The Goo Goo Dolls Are Forever!!!
Goo Goo Dolls Rock!
The Best Rock Band I Have Ever Heard
Buy it!! And don't call it a trend!

Dizzy Up The Girl
The Goo Goo Dolls
Manufacturer: Wea International
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000I2T0
Release Date: 1999-05-18

Tracks:

Dizzy
Slide
Broadway
January Friend
Black Balloon
Bullet Proof
Amigone
All Eyes on Me
Full Forever
Acoustic #3
Iris
Extra Pale
Hate This Place

Album Description

Special edition of the alternative rocker's 1998 album with 'Slave Girl' & their 'Top 10' 1995 smash 'Name' added as bonus tracks. 'Dizzy Up The Girl' is multi-platinum and has sold millions of copies here in the States. Featuring a slew of hit singles including 'Broadway', the mega smash hit 'Iris' from the 'City Of Angels' O.S.T., 'Slide' & 'Black Balloon'. Standard jewel case.

Album Details

Includes Two Exclusive Bonus Tracks 'Name'& 'Slave Girl'.

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Kurva Kurvos.......2002-11-09

Here's a trick trivia question. Q: Where are the members of Goo Goo Dolls from? A: Buffalo, New York, not Minneapolis. It's easy to get mixed up; the band sounds so much like late-period Replacements, you'd think it came from the same scene, if not the same womb. It's easy to bash Goo Goo Dolls based on those well-publicized similarities, but the band's albums have been far more consistent than Paul Westerberg's in recent years. Dominated by jangly guitars and bloated, shimmery choruses, albums like A Boy Named Goo (with its smash ballad, "Name") and the new Dizzy Up The Girl (with its smash ballad, "Iris," from the City Of Angels soundtrack) are stocked from beginning to end with catchy radio singles. Like its predecessor, Dizzy Up The Girl will likely yield multiple hits, from the "Iris"-style ballad "Black Balloon" to such glossy verse-chorus-verse rockers as "Dizzy," "Slide," "Bullet Proof," and "All Eyes On Me." As always, the new record (the band's sixth) is weaker on the three tracks featuring lead vocals by raspy-voiced bassist Robby Takac ("January Friend," "Amigone," "Full Forever") than on the songs built around earnest frontman John Rzeznik. But there's enough anthemic polish on Dizzy Up The Girl to keep it consistently suitable for long-term car-radio airplay.

The Goo Goo Dolls Are Forever!!!.......1999-10-16

I've loved the Goo Goo Dolls for years, ever since their punk beginings in Buffalo. Never has John, Robby, and Mike sounded any better. There's no mistaking these guys for bubblegum music makers- they're serious rockers!!!

Goo Goo Dolls Rock!.......1999-09-30

It took me like two years listening to the radio to find out who even sang songs like "iris", "slide", and "black balloon". I found out a lot more about the GGD since I first found out about them. I also think John has a better voice than Robby, but maybe I haven't listened to it enough.

The Best Rock Band I Have Ever Heard.......1999-09-03

I bought this cd with low expectations. After hearing all the songs, I was overwhelmed by this band. Why would anyone want to buy crap like Sugar ray and matchbox 20 when youve got this?? They also may seem like a sissy band, some of their songs are actually moderately hard. All the songs rock, except maybe for Acoustic #3.

Buy it!! And don't call it a trend!.......1999-07-28

The Goo-Goo Dolls are unique and very intelligent, with a sarcastic twirl. Don't listen to the people on the board that have negative things to say about those who buy it for a few songs, for they were once like that, for the Goo-Goo Dolls! Buy it and be prepared to skip a few times till you fall in love with the enchanting Cd "Dizzy up the Girl".

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