H₂O
Hall & Oates · 1982
46 min · 11 tracks · pop rock · blue-eyed soul
A polished blend of blue-eyed soul and pop rock wrapped in catchy melodies and infectious grooves.
Why this album works
- Best for
- catchy melodic hooks engaging storytelling elements smooth, polished production
- Context
- H₂O was Hall & Oates' seventh studio album, released at the peak of their commercial success following the chart-topping 'Private Eyes' in 1981. By this point, they had firmly established themselves as leading figures in the pop and rock landscape of the early '80s, showcasing their unique sound and songwriting prowess.
- If you like
- pop rock, blue-eyed soul
H₂O is an album by Hall & Oates, released in 1982. A polished blend of blue-eyed soul and pop rock wrapped in catchy melodies and infectious grooves. The album features the massive hit 'Maneater,' which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, solidifying Hall & Oates' status as pop icons. H₂O also marked their continued evolution into a more polished production style, influencing countless artists within the blue-eyed soul and pop genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does H₂O sound like?
A polished blend of blue-eyed soul and pop rock wrapped in catchy melodies and infectious grooves. Rooted in pop rock and blue-eyed soul.
What makes H₂O by Hall & Oates notable?
The album features the massive hit 'Maneater,' which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, solidifying Hall & Oates' status as pop icons. H₂O also marked their continued evolution into a more polished production style, influencing countless artists within the blue-eyed soul and pop genres. H₂O was Hall & Oates' seventh studio album, released at the peak of their commercial success following the chart-topping 'Private Eyes' in 1981. By this point, they had firmly established themselves as leading figures in the pop and rock landscape of the early '80s, showcasing their unique sound and songwriting prowess.
Who is H₂O for?
H₂O works well if you're into catchy melodic hooks, engaging storytelling elements and smooth, polished production.
How many songs are on H₂O?
H₂O has 11 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Maneater Standout 4:32
- 2 Crime Pays 4:31
- 3 Art of Heartbreak 3:44
- 4 One on One Standout 4:16
- 5 Open All Night 4:33
- 6 Family Man Standout 3:26
- 7 Italian Girls 3:17
- 8 Guessing Games 3:16
- 9 Delayed Reaction 3:58
- 10 At Tension 6:16
- 11 Go Solo 4:35
Release Date
October 4, 1982
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
46 min 28 sec
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