What makes Black Coffee in Bed by Squeeze notable?

'Black Coffee in Bed' received critical acclaim and charted well, peaking at number 24 on the UK Albums Chart. This album solidified Squeeze's reputation for crafting intricate pop songs and influenced many artists within the new wave genre that followed. Released as Squeeze's fifth studio album, 'Black Coffee in Bed' came during a period of commercial success following their breakthrough with 'East Side Story' in 1981. The band was establishing its identity within the new wave scene, showcasing their ability to fuse pop sensibilities with sharp lyrical observations.