Top tracks — play these first
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Big Beng Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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By Your Side — This track features a poignant exploration of loyalty and support set against an infectious chorus, highlighting the band's knack for emotional storytelling paired with upbeat melodies.
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Heartbreaking World — With its introspective lyrics and rich instrumentation, this song captures a sense of melancholy, showcasing the band's ability to balance lightheartedness with deeper themes.
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Hits of the Year — This track cleverly critiques pop culture and commercialism while maintaining an engaging rhythm, exemplifying Squeeze's sharp lyrical wit and musical playfulness.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong melodies and clever lyrics but lacks a cohesive flow across its runtime.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks maintain a brisk tempo with upbeat instrumentation, while the fourth track introduces a slower, reflective mood.
- Several songs feature intricate vocal harmonies that intertwine throughout verses, enhancing the melodic complexity.
- The album closes with a track that shifts to a more somber tone, contrasting sharply with the preceding upbeat songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- balanced mix of energy levels
- engaging storytelling throughout tracks
- for casual listening
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked a significant moment in Squeeze's mainstream recognition.
- Themes
- mid-80s nostalgia· heartfelt longing
- Career context
- Released on August 1, 1985, Cosi Fan Tutti Frutti is Squeeze's sixth studio album, following the commercial success of their previous work, East Side Story. At this point, the band was transitioning from their earlier sound into a more polished and radio-friendly approach, reflecting their ongoing evolution in the competitive 1980s music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- XTC· The Buggles· Devo
Tracklist
- 1 Big Beng Start here 4:01
- 2 By Your Side 4:22
- 3 King George Street 3:48
- 4 I Learnt How to Pray 4:22
- 5 Last Time Forever 5:38
- 6 No Place Like Home 4:26
- 7 Heartbreaking World 5:07
- 8 Hits of the Year 3:03
- 9 Break My Heart 4:32
- 10 I Won’t Ever Go Drinking Again (?) 4:34
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Bouncing off the Satellites
The B-52's
Shares a vibrant energy and quirky lyrics, blending new wave with pop hooks.
Speaking in Tongues
Talking Heads
Combines catchy melodies and clever lyrics with mid-80s eclecticism and rhythmic innovation.
King of America
Elvis Costello
Features heartfelt storytelling and melodic craftsmanship that echoes the emotional depth found in Squeeze's work.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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