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Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me

The Cure · 1987

74 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · post-punk

A kaleidoscopic blend of soaring melodies and dark, introspective lyrics wrapped in lush instrumentation.

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Why this album works

'Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me' achieved commercial success, reaching No. 3 on the UK Albums Chart and spawning several hit singles like 'Just Like Heaven.' It is often credited with influencing the burgeoning alternative rock scene of the late '80s and early '90s. Additionally, the album's eclectic sound helped to expand The Cure's audience beyond their existing fan base, establishing them as a major force in popular music.
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wave-like emotional fluctuations interplay of light and dark for late-night introspection
Context
Released on May 25, 1987, 'Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me' was The Cure's first double album and their follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'The Head on the Door.' This marked a significant moment in their career as they embraced a broader musical palette, balancing pop sensibilities with their signature gothic sound. By this time, The Cure had solidified their status as leading figures in alternative rock, paving the way for future explorations into diverse musical styles.
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "The Kiss".

  • 1 The Kiss Start here 6:14
  • 2 Catch Standout 2:44
  • 3 Torture 4:18
  • 4 If Only Tonight We Could Sleep 4:53
  • 5 Why Can’t I Be You? 3:14
  • 6 How Beautiful You Are 5:14
  • 7 The Snakepit 6:59
  • 8 Hey You!!! 2:22
  • 9 Just Like Heaven Standout 3:30
  • 10 All I Want 5:19
  • 11 Hot Hot Hot!!! 3:33
  • 12 One More Time 4:30
  • 13 Like Cockatoos 3:39
  • 14 Icing Sugar 3:49
  • 15 The Perfect Girl 2:34
  • 16 A Thousand Hours 3:23
  • 17 Shiver and Shake 3:28
  • 18 Fight 4:27

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The Head on the Door

1985

This album sets up the expansive sound and emotional depth leading into Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me.
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