Contraband: The Best of 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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