Frankie Say Greatest
Frankie Goes to Hollywood · 2009
148 min · 27 tracks · new wave
A vibrant collection of synth-pop and dance anthems, merging provocative lyrics with infectious rhythms that defined a generation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Relax (original 7") Start here — This track became an anthem of sexual liberation in the '80s, famously banned by the BBC yet soaring to number one on the charts. Its pulsating beat and daring lyrics made it a defining moment in pop music history.
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Two Tribes — With its politically charged themes surrounding war and conflict, this track exemplifies the band's ability to merge danceable beats with serious commentary, capturing the zeitgeist of the Cold War era.
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The Power of Love — This emotional ballad showcases a softer side of the band, blending lush melodies with heartfelt lyrics about love's transformative power, securing its place as a timeless classic.
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Welcome to the Pleasuredome (Escape Act video mix) — This epic track blends various musical styles and theatrical elements, encapsulating the band's flamboyant persona while addressing themes of excess and indulgence.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with vibrant anthems
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- extended sections for deep listening
- playful irreverence throughout tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward single tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A compilation that reflects the band's past hits, not a core studio release.
- Themes
- sexual liberation anthems· Cold War conflict· 1980s pop culture· excess and indulgence
- Career context
- Released in 2009, Frankie Say Greatest comes during a retrospective phase for Frankie Goes to Hollywood, nearly three decades after their initial rise in the 1980s. The compilation showcases their most impactful tracks while celebrating their legacy in pop culture and the music industry. This release followed the band's brief reunion and highlights their enduring influence on electronic and dance music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pet Shop Boys· Depeche Mode· Soft Cell
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Relax (original 7") Start here 3:54
- 2 Two Tribes 3:23
- 3 Welcome to the Pleasuredome (Escape Act video mix) 5:11
- 4 War 4:14
- 5 The Power of Love 5:30
- 6 Ferry Cross the Mersey 4:03
- 7 Is There Anybody Out There? (Movement 2) 7:33
- 8 (Tag) 0:34
- 9 Born to Run 3:56
- 10 Warriors of the Wasteland 4:53
- 11 Rage Hard 5:09
- 12 Watching the Wildlife 4:19
- 13 Happy Hi 4:04
- 14 The Waves 2:44
- 15 Relax (Chicane radio edit) 3:12
- 16 Two Tribes (Hibakusha) 6:36
- 17 Relax (Lookout's radio edit) 3:30
Disc 2
- 1 Relax (Sex mix) 16:22
- 2 Two Tribes (Annihilation) 9:08
- 3 War (Hidden) 8:32
- 4 Welcome to the Pleasuredome (Fruitness mix) 12:12
- 5 Rage Hard (Freddie Bastone remix) 6:59
- 6 Watching the Wildlife (Hotter) 9:07
- 7 Relax (Scott Storch mix) 3:39
- 8 Suffragette City 3:34
- 9 Our Silver Turns to Gold 3:38
- 10 Get It On 2:33
What to play next
Welcome to the Pleasuredome
1984
Continues the vibrant synth-pop energy with iconic tracks and themes.
Bang!
1985
Sets the stage with a similar blend of provocative lyrics and dance rhythms.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Actually
Pet Shop Boys
Shares vibrant synth-pop sound with provocative lyrics and themes of love and liberation.
Music for the Masses
Depeche Mode
Combines dark dance beats with themes of desire and societal issues, echoing the emotional intensity.
Power, Corruption & Lies
New Order
Merges infectious rhythms with introspective lyrical content, reflecting on excess and identity.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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