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Let's Make This Precious: The Best of Dexys Midnight Runners

Dexys Midnight Runners · 2003

79 min · 18 tracks · new wave

A vibrant collection of pop and soul-infused tracks that encapsulate the spirit of early '80s British music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • sing-along anthems with friends
  • vibrant energy for celebrations
  • nostalgic reflections on youth
  • dynamic shifts in pacing
  • for lively gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective music
  • dislike upbeat, energetic tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Let's Make This Precious' was released in 2003, Dexys Midnight Runners had experienced a significant hiatus since their last studio album in 1985. This compilation serves as a retrospective, highlighting their biggest hits and showcasing their unique blend of new wave and soul that defined their earlier career, notably with chart-toppers like 'Come On Eileen.'
Stylistic neighbors
The Style Council· Madness· The Specials

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Geno 3:30
  • 2 The Celtic Soul Brothers 3:12
  • 3 Come On Eileen 4:12
  • 4 Jackie Wilson Said (I’m in Heaven When You Smile) 2:37
  • 5 Because of You 3:11
  • 6 Manhood 4:24
  • 7 Tell Me When My Light Turns Green 3:45
  • 8 Breakin’ Down the Walls of Heartache 3:23
  • 9 There, There, My Dear 3:15
  • 10 Plan B 2:37
  • 11 Show Me 3:22
  • 12 Let’s Make This Precious (BBC version) 3:24
  • 13 Until I Believe in My Soul (BBC version) 7:12
  • 14 Let’s Get This Straight (From the Start) 3:33
  • 15 This Is What She’s Like 12:19
  • 16 My National Pride 7:00
  • 17 I Love You (Listen to This) 3:19
  • 18 My Life in England, Part 1 4:47

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