Heavy Petting
Bad Manners · 1997
44 min · 13 tracks · ska
A lively fusion of ska rhythms and playful lyrics that embody the upbeat spirit of 90s British music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Don’t Knock the Baldhead — This track opens the album with infectious energy and cleverly playful lyrics about self-acceptance, setting the tone for the rest of the record.
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Feel Like Jumping’ — A classic ska anthem that captures the joyful essence of dancing and celebration, making it a standout in both live performances and radio play.
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Lager Delirium — This song's humorous take on nightlife and drinking culture exemplifies Bad Manners' knack for blending comedy with catchy rhythms, resonating well with fans.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo dance vibes
- playful sing-along moments
- party-friendly upbeat energy
- lighthearted lyrics for fun
- for group celebrations
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slower, introspective music
- seek complex narrative structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, Heavy Petting was Bad Manners' sixth studio album, coming after a hiatus following their 1993 album, Fat Sound. The band, known for their energetic live performances and distinctive style, aimed to recapture the magic of their early hits while appealing to a new generation of ska enthusiasts.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Madness· The Specials· Toots and the Maytals
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Don’t Knock the Baldhead 3:03
- 2 Black Night 3:15
- 3 Down Berry Wood 5:05
- 4 Happiness 4:05
- 5 Heavy Petting 4:00
- 6 In the Jungle 3:33
- 7 No, No, No 3:40
- 8 Randy Scouse Git 2:26
- 9 Feel Like Jumping’ 3:16
- 10 Red River Ska 2:33
- 11 Liverpool and Birmingham 2:49
- 12 Lager Delirium 2:42
- 13 Go 3:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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