Maladroit cover art

  Studio Album · No. 4

Maladroit Songwriting Credits by Weezer

2002 DGC Records 13 tracks 33 min

Produced by Weezer  ·  Engineered by Tom Lord-Alge, Chad Bamford, Christopher Carroll, Carlos Bedoya, Femio Hernández

DGC Records Geek RockPower PopHard RockAlternative Rock
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Authorship
Complete Artist

Holds writing credit on 13 of 13 tracks

Authorship Breakdown 13 / 13 documented

Who wrote the songs?

Scored across the 13 tracks with documented writers, by whether Weezer carries a lyricist or composer credit.

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13 trackswritten by Weezer 0 tracksoutside writers
Weezer's roles on this album

Share of the 13 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.

Lyricist100%
Composer100%
Producer100%
Performer100%

By the Numbers

13
Tracks
1
Lyricists
1
Producers
605,000
US Copies Sold
2002
Released
Data Insight

Rivers Cuomo wrote nearly all of Maladroit and Weezer self-produced it, recording quickly and famously workshopping songs with fans on message boards during the sessions. Released barely a year after the Green Album, it pushes a heavier, more guitar-driven sound, leaning into hard rock riffs and solos while keeping Cuomo's power-pop instincts intact. The fast, fan-involved process gave the record a looser, rawer feel than its predecessor. Singles 'Dope Nose' and 'Keep Fishin'' carried that crunchier approach to modern rock radio.

Track Listing & Credits 13 tracks

Written by the artist Written by outside writers
#TitleLyricist(s)Composer(s)Producer(s)Performers
1
American Gigolo
Rivers Cuomo Rivers Cuomo Weezer Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals)
2
Dope Nose #8
Rivers Cuomo Rivers Cuomo Weezer Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals)
3
Keep Fishin' #15
Rivers Cuomo Rivers Cuomo Weezer Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals)
4
Take Control
Rivers Cuomo Rivers Cuomo Weezer Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals)
5
Death and Destruction
Rivers Cuomo Rivers Cuomo Weezer Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals)
6
Slob
Rivers Cuomo Rivers Cuomo Weezer Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals)
7
Burndt Jamb
Rivers Cuomo Rivers Cuomo Weezer Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals)
8
Space Rock
Rivers Cuomo Rivers Cuomo Weezer Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals)
9
Slave
Rivers Cuomo Rivers Cuomo Weezer Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals)
10
Fall Together
Rivers Cuomo Rivers Cuomo Weezer Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals)
11
Possibilities
Rivers Cuomo Rivers Cuomo Weezer Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals)
12
Love Explosion
Rivers Cuomo Rivers Cuomo Weezer Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals)
13
December
Rivers Cuomo Rivers Cuomo Weezer Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals)

Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 2 contributors

RC
Rivers Cuomo
Writer · Vocals
On this album13 written
W
Weezer
Producer
On this album13 produced

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Frequently Asked Questions Maladroit

Did Rivers Cuomo write Maladroit?
Yes. Rivers Cuomo wrote nearly all of Maladroit as the band's primary songwriter. He notably shared works in progress with fans online during the sessions and solicited their feedback while finalizing the songs.
Who produced Maladroit?
Weezer self-produced Maladroit, with the band credited as producer. They recorded it quickly, shortly after completing the Green Album.
How does Maladroit sound different from earlier Weezer albums?
Maladroit is heavier and more guitar-driven than earlier Weezer records, leaning into hard rock riffs and guitar solos. The shift reflected the band's fast, looser recording approach and Cuomo's interest in a crunchier sound.
How did Dope Nose chart?
'Dope Nose' was the lead single and peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Alternative Airplay chart. It was the only Billboard chart the song appeared on.
What is notable about Keep Fishin'?
'Keep Fishin'' reached number 15 on the Alternative Airplay chart and is well known for its music video featuring the Muppets. It also charted internationally, reaching number 29 on the UK Singles Chart.
Is Maladroit certified Gold?
Yes. Maladroit is certified Gold by the RIAA in the United States and Silver by the BPI in the United Kingdom. It sold roughly 605,000 copies in the US.
How were fans involved in making Maladroit?
During the Maladroit sessions Weezer posted demos and works in progress on their website and message boards and gathered fan reactions before finishing the album. This unusually open, collaborative process shaped the record's quick turnaround.

Sources

Wikipedia: Maladroit (album) Discogs: Maladroit Wikipedia: Maladroit Wikipedia: Dope Nose Wikipedia: Keep Fishin' MusicBrainz release group Cover Art Archive front cover Cover Art Archive: Maladroit by Weezer