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My Brother Thinks Hes a Banana

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When I was a kid, we checked this RECORD out from the library all the time. MP3s are so much more convenient, but I'm interested here in reviewing the music, not the medium. This album was one of my favorites. As an adult I'm surprised at how genuinely provocative the music is. Terrific! No wonder I enjoyed it so much! Music marketed to children is usually very boring. What this album lacks in virtuosity (and no one would argue that the performance is musically brilliant) it makes up for easily in wit. The humor is mostly about bodily functions, which is perfect for kids under about 10 years old. It also touches on sensitive issues like sibling rivalry and gender roles, but it's never preachy, just honest and funny.

If only there were excellent videos to accompany the songs! I don't know if a modern 6 year old could sit still and listen to a song without having a video to watch at the same time.

I used to listen to Barry Louis Polisar's music (on cassette tapes!) when I was a kid.... I still own the cassettes, but was very happy to realize his music is also available on CD. Love it!

just realized my parents still have the longplay vinyl copy. creative and crazy songs, really catches your attention at the songs and you laugh along at their silly hilarity. goofy and offbeat, well respected author