Viva! La Woman

Cibo Matto

Viva! La Woman

RELEASED: January 16, 1996
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Apple 4:02 2. Beef Jerky 2:29 3. Sugar Water 4:29 4. White Pepper Ice Cream 5:11 5. Birthday Cake 3:16 6. Know Your Chicken 4:22 7. Theme 10:51 8. The Candy Man 3:11 9. Le pain perdu 3:29 10. Artichoke 7:00
Viva! La Woman is the debut studio album by the Japanese-American band Cibo Matto, released in 1996. The album is known for its eclectic mix of styles, incorporating elements of pop, rock, and hip hop, along with a strong influence of Japanese culture and cuisine. Lyrically, the album explores themes of food, love, and identity, often with a whimsical and surreal twist. Its unique sound and innovative approach have garnered a cult following, making it a significant release in the alternative music scene of the 1990s.