What is the best Weezer album of all time?

From the cult-beloved Blue Album to dozens of color-coded and concept-driven follow-ups, Weezer has never played it safe. Which record gets the faithful most fired up?

1

Weezer (Blue Album)

The 1994 debut that launched Weezer with power-pop classics like 'Buddy Holly,' 'Undone,' and 'Say It Ain't So.'

2

Pinkerton

The raw, confessional 1996 sophomore album that was initially panned but became a cult touchstone of emo and alternative rock.

3

Weezer (Green Album)

The tight, polished 2001 comeback record with 'Hash Pipe' and 'Island in the Sun' after a five-year hiatus.

4

Maladroit

The heavier, guitar-driven 2002 record developed via fan feedback online, delivering walls of sound and shredding solos.

5

Weezer (Red Album)

The experimental 2008 self-titled release where band members took turns singing lead, including the quirky 'Pork and Beans.'

6

Hurley

The 2010 album with an absurd cover of Lost actor Jorge Garcia, featuring the anthemic 'Memories' and fan-favorite 'Smart Girls.'

7

Everything Will Be Alright in the End

The critically lauded 2014 comeback with producer Ric Ocasek, widely seen as their best work in over a decade.

8

Weezer (White Album)

The summery, California-infused 2016 triumph with 'California Kids' and 'Thank God for Girls,' earning strong reviews.

9

Pacific Daydream

The synth-pop leaning 2017 record that divided fans with its radio-oriented sound but charmed others with its hooks.

10

Weezer (Black Album)

The 2019 experimental departure featuring slick electronic production and a darker aesthetic than any prior Weezer record.

11

Van Weezer

The long-delayed 2021 hard-rock album inspired by Van Halen, featuring guitar pyrotechnics and arena-ready anthems.

12

SZNZ

The ambitious 2022 four-EP seasonal project released one EP per season, exploring diverse styles from folk to punk to baroque.