What is the best Vampire Weekend album?

From Afropop-infused dorm-room wit to Grammy-winning introspection to a raw guitar comeback, Vampire Weekend keep evolving. Which album is their masterpiece?

1. 1
   Vampire Weekend

   The irresistible 2008 self-titled debut blending Afropop, chamber pop, and preppy New York wit.
2. 2
   Contra

   The 2010 sophomore album exploring more complex rhythms and electronic production.
3. 3
   Modern Vampires of the City

   The Grammy-winning 2013 masterpiece grappling with mortality, religion, and time.
4. 4
   Father of the Bride

   The expansive 2019 double album celebrating life's pleasures with Danielle Haim and Steve Lacy.
5. 5
   Only God Was Above Us

   The 2024 album returning to a rawer guitar-driven sound, exploring New York City's energy and entropy.