Charmed Life
Billy Idol · 1990
54 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · new wave · punk
A vibrant blend of hard rock and new wave infused with danceable grooves and introspective lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove exploration
- danceable rhythms for social settings
- introspective lyrics with vibrant energy
- engaging flow from track to
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer short standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- L.A. nightlife· danceable rebellion· longing for freedom
- Career context
- Released on May 1, 1990, 'Charmed Life' was Billy Idol's fourth studio album, coming after his commercially successful album 'Whiplash Smile' in 1986. At this point, Idol was navigating the evolving musical landscape of the late '80s and early '90s while continuing to integrate his punk roots with a pop sensibility.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· The Cult· Duran Duran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Loveless 4:17
- 2 Pumping on Steel 4:42
- 3 Prodigal Blues 5:42
- 4 L.A. Woman 5:30
- 5 Trouble With the Sweet Stuff 5:59
- 6 Cradle of Love 4:41
- 7 Mark of Caine 4:32
- 8 Endless Sleep 3:13
- 9 Love Unchained 4:40
- 10 The Right Way 5:04
- 11 License to Thrill 6:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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