Colour by Numbers cover

Colour by Numbers

Culture Club · 1983

38 min · 10 tracks · pop music

A vibrant fusion of pop melodies, reggae rhythms, and soulful vocals that captures the essence of early '80s music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo dance vibes
  • catchy sing-along choruses
  • uplifting melodies for gatherings
  • nostalgic feel-good energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer intense, fast-paced tracks
  • seek deep, introspective themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 1, 1983, 'Colour by Numbers' was Culture Club's third studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'Kissing to Be Clever'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their status as pop icons while navigating the complexities of fame and internal tensions within the group.
Stylistic neighbors
Duran Duran· Spandau Ballet· Soft Cell

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Karma Chameleon 4:13
  • 2 It’s a Miracle 3:25
  • 3 Black Money 5:19
  • 4 Changing Every Day 3:17
  • 5 That’s the Way (I’m Only Trying to Help You) 2:46
  • 6 Church of the Poison Mind 3:30
  • 7 Miss Me Blind 4:29
  • 8 Mister Man 3:36
  • 9 Stormkeeper 2:49
  • 10 Victims 4:54

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