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Shaggs' Own Thing is the second and final studio album by the American rock band The Shaggs, released in 1975. The album continues the band's unique sound characterized by unconventional rhythms, off-kilter melodies, and naive lyrics. The Shaggs, comprised of sisters Dot, Betty, and Helen Wiggin, create a raw and unfiltered musical experience that has garnered a cult following over the years. Critics often describe their music as a blend of outsider art and avant-garde rock, and the album is noted for its authenticity and unintentional charm, making it a seminal work in the genre of lo-fi music.