Top tracks — play these first
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I Can Laugh About It Now — This track exemplifies the album's thematic focus on resilience through humor, featuring a catchy chorus that contrasts lighter musical elements with deeper lyrical reflection.
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You’re a Big Girl Now — The song stands out for its blend of playful lyrics and an infectious melody, representing a pivotal moment in the album where self-awareness meets humor.
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All We Need Is the Money — This track captures the satire threaded throughout the album, using an upbeat tempo to critique societal values while maintaining an engaging pop sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- introspective themes for personal connection
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- gradual build towards emotional release
- for relaxed evening listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefering abrupt sonic shifts
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1988, Comedy was Black's second album, following the success of his debut album, Along Came a Black. At this point, he was establishing his distinctive sound characterized by sharp wit and catchy hooks while navigating the mainstream music scene in the UK.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Depeche Mode· The Cure· New Order
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Big One 3:53
- 2 I Can Laugh About It Now 5:00
- 3 Whatever People Say You Are 3:58
- 4 You’re a Big Girl Now 4:19
- 5 Let Me Watch You Make Love 3:10
- 6 Hey, I Was Right You Were Wrong! 3:39
- 7 All We Need Is the Money 4:30
- 8 You Don’t Always Do What’s Best for You 4:43
- 9 Now You’re Gone 3:44
- 10 No-one, None, Nothing 5:08
- 11 It’s Not Over Yet 5:17
- 12 Paradise Lost 5:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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