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Contraband: The Best of Men at Work

Men at Work

64 min · 16 tracks · new wave · pop rock · reggae

Catchy melodies and clever lyrics blend new wave energy with a distinctly Australian flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • catchy sing-along anthems
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • dynamic journey with surprises
  • nostalgic vibes for reflective moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer immediate gratification
  • seek standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Contraband: The Best of Men at Work' showcases the band's most popular tracks after their initial success in the early 1980s. This compilation comes nearly a decade after their last studio album, highlighting their enduring appeal in the pop rock landscape. By this time, Men at Work had transformed from chart-topping newcomers into nostalgic icons of the new wave movement.
Stylistic neighbors
The B-52's· Culture Club· Talking Heads

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Who Can It Be Now? 3:21
  • 2 Down Under 3:40
  • 3 It's a Mistake 4:31
  • 4 Hard Luck Story 3:41
  • 5 Still Life 3:49
  • 6 Underground 3:03
  • 7 Upstairs in My House 4:00
  • 8 I Like To (live) 4:25
  • 9 High Wire 3:00
  • 10 Maria 4:34
  • 11 Be Good Johnny 3:34
  • 12 Dr. Heckyll & Mr. Jive 4:36
  • 13 Overkill 3:43
  • 14 Man With Two Hearts 3:54
  • 15 Snakes and Ladders 3:16
  • 16 Down by the Sea 6:49

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