Studio Album · No. 12
Weezer (Black Album) Songwriting Credits by Weezer
Produced by Dave Sitek · Engineered by Dave Sitek, Matty Green, Eric Boulanger
Atlantic Records
Power PopElectropopPop Rock
100%
Authorship
Holds writing credit on 10 of 10 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 10 / 10 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 10 tracks with documented writers, by whether Weezer carries a lyricist or composer credit.
10 trackswritten by Weezer
0 tracksoutside writers
Weezer's roles on this album
Share of the 10 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist100%
Composer100%
Producer0%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
10
Tracks
10
Lyricists
1
Producers
2019
Released
Data Insight
The Black Album is Weezer's self-titled 2019 record, with Rivers Cuomo as primary songwriter steering the band toward a darker, more electronic-tinged pop-rock palette. It was produced by Dave Sitek of TV on the Radio, whose layered, synth-forward approach gave the record its electropop edge, with additional production from Kool Kojak on 'Can't Knock the Hustle' and Jonny Coffer on 'Living in L.A.' The album marks one of Weezer's most production-driven detours, trading clean power-pop for a moodier, beat-oriented sound. It arrived months after the band's covers record, the Teal Album, but is a wholly separate album of original Cuomo material.
Track Listing & Credits 10 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Can't Knock the Hustle
#23
|
Rivers Cuomo | Rivers Cuomo | Dave Sitek | Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals) |
| 2 |
Zombie Bastards
|
Rivers CuomoRami Yacoub | Rivers CuomoRami Yacoub | Dave Sitek | Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals) |
| 3 |
High as a Kite
|
Rivers CuomoJosh Alexander | Rivers CuomoJosh Alexander | Dave Sitek | Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals) |
| 4 |
Living in L.A.
|
Rivers CuomoJonny CofferJerome Williams | Rivers CuomoJonathan CofferJerome Williams | Dave Sitek | Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals) |
| 5 |
Piece of Cake
|
Rivers Cuomo | Rivers Cuomo | Dave Sitek | Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals) |
| 6 |
I'm Just Being Honest
|
Rivers CuomoDavid HodgesAmmar Malik | Rivers CuomoDavid HodgesAmmar Malik | Dave Sitek | Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals) |
| 7 |
Too Many Thoughts in My Head
|
Rivers Cuomo | Rivers Cuomo | Dave Sitek | Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals) |
| 8 |
The Prince Who Wanted Everything
|
Rivers CuomoBrian BellLuther Russell | Rivers CuomoBrian BellLuther Russell | Dave Sitek | Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals) |
| 9 |
Byzantine
|
Rivers CuomoLaura Jane Grace | Rivers CuomoLaura Jane Grace | Dave Sitek | Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals) |
| 10 |
California Snow
|
Rivers Cuomo | Rivers Cuomo | Dave Sitek | Rivers Cuomo (Lead Vocals) |
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Frequently Asked Questions Weezer (Black Album)
Who produced Weezer's Black Album?
The Black Album was produced by Dave Sitek of TV on the Radio. He also handled recording engineering for the album. Additional production came from Kool Kojak on 'Can't Knock the Hustle' and Jonny Coffer on 'Living in L.A.'
Is the Black Album the same as Weezer's Teal Album?
No. The Teal Album, released in early 2019, is a covers record, while the Black Album is a separate album of original Rivers Cuomo material released March 1, 2019. Both came out in 2019 but are distinct releases. The Black Album is Weezer's ninth studio album of original songs.
Why is the Black Album considered a stylistic departure for Weezer?
Rivers Cuomo wrote the songs, but Dave Sitek's synth-forward, layered production pushed the album toward electropop and a darker pop-rock sound. The record leans on beats and electronic textures rather than the band's signature clean power-pop guitars. It stands among Weezer's most production-driven albums.
What was the main single from the Black Album?
'Can't Knock the Hustle' served as a lead single, peaking at number 23 on the US Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart. 'Zombie Bastards' and 'High as a Kite' were also released as singles. The album was preceded by 'California Snow' in 2018.
Did the Black Album chart well in the United States?
The Black Album peaked at number 19 on the Billboard 200. No worldwide sales figure for the album is publicly documented. It performed in line with Weezer's late-2010s commercial run.
Who wrote the songs on the Black Album?
Rivers Cuomo is the primary songwriter on the Black Album, writing or co-writing the material. Co-writing and additional production contributions came from collaborators including Kool Kojak and Jonny Coffer on individual tracks. Cuomo's writing drives the album even as Dave Sitek's production reshapes its sound.