A sharp, tuneful debut, home to 'Reelin' in the Years' and 'Do It Again'. Polished and beloved. A strong start. Released in 1972, it's an early landmark for Steely Dan.
On vinyl: Vintage copies and modern reissues both circulate — worth comparing condition and remaster notes before you buy.
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More from Steely Dan — where to go next
If you have Can't Buy a Thrill, these are the Steely Dan records worth reaching for next.
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Aja1977 · RockStart here
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Can't Buy a Thrill1972 · you're viewing this oneClassic
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Countdown to Ecstasy1973 · RockClassic
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Pretzel Logic1974 · RockClassic
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The Royal Scam1976 · RockClassic
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