Hilarious
I first heard this back in 2004 and just recently began listening to it again. It was hilarious back then and it's still the funniest musical I've ever listened to. I'm not a huge fan of many musicals (Rocky Horror and Little Shop of Horrors are good in my book), but this one is just too much fun. As many may have heard, it has a fair amount of swearing, sexual references (and puppet sex in the live show apparently), and like one drug reference. But, if you aren't a total prude and want a good laugh, then take a listen or, better yet, go see the show on/off Broadway (I still haven't... sad face).

It seems geared towards the post-college crowd (which is apparent in the second song). Then it gets into a variety of subjects such as failure, homosexuality, racism, love, purpose, and ends on a cheery number that reminds everyone that things can always get better. There's a lot of honesty that you get with this musical. The puppets say things that people might be thinking, but wouldn't admit to themselves *broad generalization*

Of course, there's all sorts of silliness that is spliced into the mix with songs like "the Internet is for Porn," "My Girlfriend, who Lives in Canada," and "There is Life Outside Your Apartment." These are just as lewd, but a bit more playful than some of the other tracks, in my opinion.

It's all in fun. I don't see how it could get a negative review, but of course my bias shows some since I love it so much. Just know that it's definitely racy and is not your typical musical.

The other listing for Avenue Q has the tracks so you can listen.

Captures the performance brilliantly!
Avenue Q's soundtrack is fantastic - every time I listen, it's like I'm back in my theater seat on Broadway. The recording is clear, crisp and has the same feel as the performers doing the show today. CD includes full lyrics for every song, which is also terrific. If you're a fan of the show (and how could you not be?), the CD is a must have.

Catchy, fun.
No one will ever mistake this for Camelot, South Pacific, etc. But if you're in the right frame of mind, this is one of the most enjoyable musical OCRs on the market.

The lyrics are clever and honest - sometimes a little too honest ("The Internet is For Porn").

The tunes have a Sesame Street-esque hummability, and it's just a fun CD.

Standouts are D'Abruzzo's "Fine, Fine Line" and the Cast's finale, "For Now".

If you've ever been broke and unemployed and turning 33, this recording is for you.

Avenue Q The Musical
I choose the original sound track from the musical and am glad I did. It was very clear, easy to understand and absolutely hilarious. The description that I had heard before I bought it; "Sesame Street meets South Park" is right on track. It was a great combination of ribald humor and just plain funny stuff. I highly recommend it.

Genuinely Funny!!
I heard this CD for the first time in my friends car after I told him I had never heard it before. From "BA in English" on I was hooked. I thought this was the funniest thing I had heard since Spamalot, and I went and bought the CD that afternoon. Before, I was afraid to by this CD because I heard it was all about Gay people. Gay people running around and singing about being Gay. This is only slightly true. Yes there is a gay person in it, but the show itself is a hilarious musical comedy about puppets and their ridiculous problems. For me, this was an instant classic. Besides all the funny songs, thier are also some very pretty, and sometimes touching ballads that make this a balanced musical experience. I am not going to say I love every track, there are a couple I skip over most of the time. But I would most definately reccomend this musical to someone who is not easily offended and is willing to laugh at the world we live in. But heed the parental advisory sticker, this is not a show for kids.