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Mimosa [Explicit Lyrics]

~ Fun Lovin' Criminals
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  • Audio CD (29 Nov 1999)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Format: Explicit Lyrics
  • Label: Chrysalis
  • ASIN: B000031WEH
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 9,129 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Song TitleArtist Time Price
Listen  1. Couldn't Get It Right [Explicit]Fun Lovin' Criminals 3:46Album Only
Listen  2. Scooby Snacks (Schmoove Version) [Explicit]Fun Lovin' Criminals 3:21Album Only
Listen  3. Shining Star [Explicit]Fun Lovin' Criminals 4:43Album Only
Listen  4. Bombin' The L (Circa 1956 Version) [Explicit]Fun Lovin' Criminals 2:27Album Only
Listen  5. I'm Not In Love [Explicit]Fun Lovin' Criminals 4:36Album Only
Listen  6. Summer Wind [Explicit]Fun Lovin' Criminals Featuring Ian McCulloch 2:43Album Only
Listen  7. Crazy Train [Explicit]Fun Lovin' Criminals 3:29Album Only
Listen  8. I Can't Get With That (Schmoove Version) (Explicit)Fun Lovin' Criminals 5:33Album Only
Listen  9. We Have All The Time In The World (Copa Cabana Version) [Explicit]Fun Lovin' Criminals 2:44Album Only
Listen10. Coney Island Girl (Schmoove Version) [Explicit]Fun Lovin' Criminals 3:07Album Only
Listen11. I'll Be Seeing You (Includes Hidden Track 'Up On The Hill') [Explicit]Fun Lovin' Criminals 5:51Album Only

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Amazon.co.uk Review
It's widely accepted in this country that Americans have no sense of irony: Alanis Morissette neatly summed this up in her famously un-ironic hunt for a knife amidst all those spoons in her hit "Ironic" (although, in fairness, she is Canadian). American indie-rap trio Fun Lovin' Criminals, however, seem to have a firm grasp on pop's love of irony on their latest release, Mimosa, a collection of smooth (sorry, that's "Schmoove") cover versions, alternate takes and B-sides that's completely infused with the faint whiff of cheese. Their love of the whole gangster myth seems to have taken them into lounge territory; these are songs that would feel more at home in the sheen of a Vegas nightclub than the grit of a New York alleyway. It's obvious that they're going for a Sinatra vibe with this collection--no simple task--and it's to their credit that it almost works: Huey, their singer, is after all one of the coolest men on the planet (really, it's well documented). Their new version of "Bombin' The L" is awash with bongos, harmonicas and a wah-wah guitar, and their cover of Ozzy Osbourne's "Crazy Train" is amusing for a few listens. Mimosa is not a particularly good collection of songs; it's therefore rather ironic that it's so enjoyable. --Robert Burrow

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic album that does justice to every artist covered!, 29 April 2002
Once again the Criminals are back with even more schmoove style, this time in the form of a tribute/B-side/lounge album. Cheese is not a factor here, it's all smooth as silk. How could anyone say they did not instantly appreciate I'm Not In Love and Shining Star.
I just can't wait for their next album!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very cool, 16 Jan 2001
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This was a total surprise for me. The choice of tracks to cover makes you wonder what you are in for but after the first few you can just settle back and let the CD play on and on. Scooby snacks is brilliant, and you will notice people do a double tack as they recognise the odd track. Everyone is guaranteed to start smiling when they hear I'm not in Love. The best CD I've heard in ages. Buy it.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Great album - but loses it's lounge-appeal, 6 Jan 2000
By A Customer
Most people who have seen the Fun Lovin Criminals will agree that Huey is the coolest (white) man in the world. The band themselves are at their best as a lounging soundtrack, music for relaxing with friends, drinking martinis and smoking cigars to. With this in mind the thought of a FLC album containing nothing but schmooze versions of their songs and loungey covers was a terrific prospect that had me in front of the mirror perfecting my New York accent in anticipation.

Mimosa has some great songs on it, the highlights being new-but-already-becoming-classic 'Couldn't Get it Right', the fantastic version of 'Scooby Snacks', and the superb 'I Can't Get With That'. All are brilliant tracks and ideal for background music as you chill out. The one problem is that it doesn't seem to all fit together as an album.

Since producing a record as cool as Come Find Yourself, FLC haven't made an album that fits together as it should. The songs just don't flow as well as on their first CD, or in their live set. All their tracks are worth listening to, but it seems the band define a sound then move away in tempo or style. This sounds fine in theory, but doesn't work for them (I don't know why, it just doesn't). When I buy a FLC album it's to reach a comatose level of relaxation and Mimosa doesn't quite let me do that.

If you are a fan or buying the album for the individual songs then go ahead, you won't be disappointed. If however you are looking for a 'complete' album, or a smooth lounging soundtrack, make sure you have their first album, Come Find Yourself, first.

That aside it is a fantastic version of 'Scooby Snacks'...

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3.0 out of 5 stars oh dear
What were they thinking? They make a cover album, and the only good covers they do are of their own songs! Read more
Published on 21 Oct 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply Schmoove
Mimosa, by the Fun lovin' Criminals: If you like FLC you will love 'Mimosa',its a laid back re mix of some of their more lovebale tracks, 'up on the hill' 'scooby snacks' ahhhh... Read more
Published on 9 Jul 2004 by J. M. Barnes

3.0 out of 5 stars Overall...laid back
An excellent collection of FLC however certain tracks like "Crazy train" leave me slightly bemused as it so does not relate to their style and attraction. Read more
Published on 20 Jan 2000

4.0 out of 5 stars Could be worse ..... could be better......
When I first heard the album I was worried. Apart from a fantastic version of Scooby Snacks and the brilliant first track "Couldn't Get it Right", too many of the songs... Read more
Published on 11 Jan 2000

4.0 out of 5 stars Groovy baby!!!!!
This album has to be one of the most layed back albums you'll find. The combination of Huey's smooth crooning vocals and the Nu Yorkian style choonz make this a perfect elevator... Read more
Published on 8 Jan 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars In the car, at work or just kicking back - it's schmoove.
Ever since I first heard them in Summer of 1996, FLC can do no wrong. This aside, Mimosa is far classier than any review could do it justice. Read more
Published on 5 Jan 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Kick back with Huey and the boys...
Having bought the first two albums, 'Mimosa' was a 'must have'. I bought it without hearing or reading any reviews, and I have to admit to feeling a bit cheated when I read the... Read more
Published on 5 Jan 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Mimosa Rules
The new Fun Lovin Criminals album Mimosa is a really good selection of songs. It has a few remixes and even some new recordings! It must be bought. Read more
Published on 21 Dec 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Mr Perfect-Cheese says "The Boys have done it again."
Many groups have re-released their old stuff just before Christmas to get the cash. It seems at first like Huey, Fast and Mikey are doing the same. Read more
Published on 13 Dec 1999

4.0 out of 5 stars Not as good (or as bad) as it could have been.
Very cool opening, plenty of covers and b-sides, and a couple or three new tracks (although I'm not sure how "new" they actually are). Read more
Published on 6 Dec 1999

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