Boys and Girls cover

Boys and Girls

Bryan Ferry · 1985

38 min · 9 tracks · new wave

A sophisticated blend of new wave and rock, laced with seductive melodies and lush production.

Why this album works

'Boys and Girls' reached No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart and featured the hit single 'Slave to Love,' which became emblematic of Ferry's style. The album's glossy production and romantic themes resonated widely, influencing subsequent artists in the pop and rock genres while establishing Ferry's lasting legacy within the music industry.
Career context
By 1985, Bryan Ferry was a seasoned artist, having released several albums as the frontman of Roxy Music before embarking on a successful solo career. 'Boys and Girls' marked his fourth solo album, coming after the commercially successful 'Avalon' in 1982. This album showcased Ferry's continued exploration of themes around love and desire, further cementing his status as a leading figure in the new wave movement.
Stylistic neighbors
Duran Duran· Roxy Music· A Flock of Seagulls

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Sensation 5:07
  • 2 Slave to Love Standout 4:26
  • 3 Don’t Stop the Dance Standout 4:19
  • 4 A Waste Land 1:01
  • 5 Windswept 4:33
  • 6 The Chosen One 4:52
  • 7 Valentine 3:48
  • 8 Stone Woman 4:57
  • 9 Boys and Girls Standout 5:26

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