NOFX - Cokie The Clown

Review by Jon Hansen

Cokie The Clown by NOFX: A Punk Rock Gem That’s Still Kicking Alright, so let’s talk about Cokie The Clown by NOFX. Released in 2009 on FAT Wreck Chords (yeah, the label that basically invented punk credibility), this album is a wild ride through punk, pop-punk, and acoustic vibes. It’s not your typical NOFX record—it's got some grit, some heart, and a whole lot of Fat Mike being… well, Fat Mike. First off, the title track "Cokie The Clown" hits you right away with its raw energy. It’s one of those songs where you can almost picture Fat Mike sitting in a dimly lit room, scribbling lyrics fueled by caffeine and existential dread. The storytelling here is sharp—like, “I’m-gonna-write-a-novel-but-make-it-three-minutes” sharp. You know how sometimes punk songs just feel like yelling? This isn’t that. This feels personal, like he’s letting you in on something dark but kinda funny at the same time. Plus, the mix of acoustic strumming and punchy rock riffs keeps it fresh without losing that classic NOFX edge. Then there’s “My Orphan Year (Acoustic).” Whoa, man. If you’re into stripped-down, emotional tracks, this one’ll hit you square in the chest. There’s no hiding behind distortion or fast-paced drums here—it’s just Fat Mike and his guitar laying it all out. The lyrics are brutally honest, talking about loneliness and self-reflection in a way that makes you go, “Damn, I’ve been there too.” And honestly? Acoustic punk doesn’t always land for me, but this? This is gold. It’s haunting, relatable, and sticks with you long after the song ends. One thing I gotta shout out is the production team—they killed it. Bill Stevenson and Jason Livermore didn’t just phone this one in; they made sure every track had its own vibe while still sounding cohesive. Oh, and props to Natalia Fabia for the artwork because, let’s be real, an album cover can make or break first impressions. Hers? Totally works. Now, here’s the random thought I had while listening: Why do we love albums like this so much? Is it because they’re messy and imperfect, just like life? Or maybe it’s because bands like NOFX remind us that even clowns have feelings—and sometimes those feelings come with killer hooks and witty lyrics. Either way, Cokie The Clown isn’t just another punk album. It’s a snapshot of a band unafraid to get weird, get real, and keep pushing boundaries—even if it means breaking their own rules along the way. So yeah, give this one a spin. Just don’t blame me if you find yourself humming “Cokie The Clown” during your morning commute.

Artist: NOFX
Album: Cokie The Clown

2009

Rating: 3.92

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Straight Outta Massachusetts	1:16
Fermented And Flailing	2:40
Fermented and Flailing	2:40
My Orphan Year (Acoustic)	2:58
My Orphan Year [Acoustic]	02:58
Orphan Year (Acoustic)	2:58
Cokie the Clown	2:26
Codependence Day	1:28
Cokie The Clown	2:27

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NOFX - Cokie The Clown (Official Video)

NOFX - Cokie the Clown Full EP and Lyrics

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Catalog Numbers

FAT 238-7
FAT238-7
FAT752-2
FAT238

Labels

Fat Wreck Chords
FAT Wreck Chords

Listen online

lytte på nettet
kuunnella verkossa
online luisteren
lyssna på nätet
ascolta in linea
escuchar en línea
écouter en ligne
ouvir online
online anhören

Formats

CD
Promo
EP
Vinyl
7"
Repress
Pee Colored
45 RPM
Limited Edition
Green
White with Red Haze

Companies

Role	Company
Recorded At	Motor Studios
Mixed At	The Blasting Room
Mastered At	Mr. Toad's
Manufactured By	Pirates Press
Pressed By	GZ Digital Media
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Fat Wreck Chords
Copyright (c)	Fat Wreck Chords

Credits

Role	Credit
Artwork	Lisa Eriksson, Ryan Harlin
Backing Vocals	Spike Slawson
Engineer	Bill Stevenson, Jamie McMann, Jason Livermore
Mastered By	Tardon Feathered
Mixed By	Jamie McMann (tracks: 4, 5), Jason Livermore (tracks: 1 to 3)
Painting	Natalia Fabia
Producer	Bill Stevenson, Jason Livermore
Songwriter	Fat Mike
Layout	Lisa Eriksson, Ryan Harlin
Photography By	Jay Walker
Written-By	Fat Mike
Artwork By	Lisa Eriksson, Ryan Harlin
Photography	Jay Walker

Notes

Tracks 1 to 3 mixed at The Blasting Room, Fort Collins, CO. Tracks 4 and 5 mixed at Motor Studios, San Francisco, CA.
Mastered at Mr. Toad's, San Francisco, CA.
Promo in black sleeve with sticker on front and Fat Wreck Chords logo printed on back.
Promo with one-sheet sleeve featuring full colour artwork and mono-chrome graphics on the other side. No cardboard sleeve, no digipak.
Color of the record is described as "Pee Colored" by the band and the label. The record is actually on yellow clear vinyl. 524 copies pressed.
Pressing plant uncredited, identified by the matrix numbers.
Inserts double printed inlay with credits and lyrics for all three songs, as well as for "Fermented & Flailing" from the "My Orpan Year" single which was released simultaneously with this single.
Recorded at Motor Studios, San Francisco, CA.
A1 and B2 mixed at the Blasting Room, Fort Collins, CO.
B1 mixed Motor Studios, San Francisco, CA.
103 on white w/ red haze vinyl.
903 on green vinyl (this).
The rest on black vinyl.
℗&©Fat Wreck Chords
© & ℗ 2009 Fat Wreck Chords
103 pressed on white vinyl w/ red haze.
Also referred to as pink.

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout: 1217496 01
Barcode: 751097023877
Matrix / Runout (Side A): PIRATES PRESS FAT 238-7 A 83952H1/A
Matrix / Runout (Side B): PIRATES PRESS FAT 238-7 B 83952H2/A
Barcode (Print): 7 51097 0238-7 7
Barcode (Scan): 751097023877
Matrix / Runout (Side A): PIRATES PRESS - FAT238-7 A 83952H1/A
Matrix / Runout (Side B): PIRATES PRESS - FAT238-7 B 83952H2/A
Barcode: 751097075227
Mastering SID Code: IFPI LN07
Mould SID Code: IFPI JI23
Barcode: 7 51097 0238-7 7
Matrix / Runout (Side A, stamped): 83952H1/A PIRATES PRESS - FAT238-7 A
Matrix / Runout (Side B, stamped): 83952H2/A PIRATES PRESS - FAT238-7 B

About NOFX

Los Angeles, California based punk rock band founded in 1983. What does NOFX stand for? "NOFX doesn't stand for shit. We just kinda ripped off the name from an old Boston band ." Current members: Fat Mike Burkett - Vocals/Bass (1983-) Eric Melvin - Vocals/Rhythm guitar (1983-) Erik Smelly Sandin - Drums (1983-1985, 1986-) Aaron El Hefe Abeyta - Backing vocals/Lead guitar/Trumpet/Trombone (1991-) Former members: Dave Allen - Vocals/Rhythm guitar (1986) Steve Kidwiller - Lead guitar (1989-1991) Dave Casillas - Lead guitar (1987-1989) Scott Aldahl - Drums (1986) Scott Sellers - Drums (1985)

Name Vars

McNoFx
NO F X
NO F-X
NO F/X
NO FX
NO-FX
NOF/X
No F X
No F-X
No FX

Members

Eric Melvin
Erik Sandin
Dave Casillas
Steve Kidwiller
Scott Sellers
Michael Burkett
Aaron Abeyta

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The NOFX album *Cokie The Clown*, released in 2009, is a mix of punk, pop punk, and acoustic styles. What makes it stand out? It features multiple versions of the same song! For example, "My Orphan Year" appears in both electric and acoustic forms. Fat Mike, the band's frontman, wrote all the songs and worked with a talented team to bring the album to life. Fun detail—there are two tracks with almost identical names but slightly different titles, like "Orphan Year (Acoustic)" and "My Orphan Year [Acoustic]." It’s like they’re playing with you, keeping things quirky and unpredictable. Punk rock at its finest!

Comments

leventquisouffle

2025-03-13

Fuck I know cokies story because iam cookie I'm a clown and a good guy but loved to get ire and drink guess its a Kanata maoli ting ya heard❤️????

arbabchanzaib332

2025-03-13

lol@those lyrics

rosesandrazorblades

2025-03-12

I hate this band

defa15832

2025-03-12

beutsgf

rufflife252

2025-03-11

Nooooffffxxx 2022

orochi1234260118

2025-03-11

El último acorde de My orphan year suena a Folklore

stratifaiadmin

2025-03-11

My orphan year <3

tradelikeacasino

2025-03-10

"I do cocaaaaaaaaaaaiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiine!!!"

chidikalu10

2025-03-09

R.i.p mr and miss mike
turning up the tunes all the way

Whether they are in heaven or hell ??anarcho communism?? is the path to enlightenment ☯️ be noble or beware

He should have done more for this album felt pooped out compared to the gold i remember
Needs to be revamped

The flame seems to be dimming wtf
Mikey you need a bit more steem buy out my neighbors house and we can rock out .... with the other old cholos teach them something

Sorry dont like being personal your record your label