Guns in the Ghetto
UB40 · 1997
38 min · 10 tracks · reggae · dub music
A vibrant blend of reggae grooves and heartfelt pop melodies intertwine across reflective narratives.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective narrative journeys
- mid-length engaging tracks
- melodic and uplifting vibes
- steady rhythmic flow
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, 'Guns in the Ghetto' came during UB40's established career as reggae-pop stalwarts. Following their commercial success with hits like 'Can't Help Falling in Love', this album showcased their continued evolution in sound while maintaining their signature style. It marked a transitional period as they sought to address more socially conscious themes within their music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Steel Pulse· Toots and the Maytals· Jimmy Cliff
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Always There 3:37
- 2 Hurry Come Up 2:42
- 3 I Love It When You Smile 4:21
- 4 I've Been Missing You 3:12
- 5 Oracabessa Moonshine 3:40
- 6 Guns in the Ghetto 5:08
- 7 Tell Me Is It True 3:24
- 8 Friendly Fire 3:34
- 9 I Really Can't Say 3:17
- 10 Lisa 5:40
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