Is ...Meanwhile a good place to start with 10cc?

Yes, ...Meanwhile is recommended as a starting point for new 10cc listeners. A lush blend of melodic rock and intricate arrangements infused with clever lyricism and soft pop sensibilities. Released in 1992, ...Meanwhile marked 10cc's return after a seven-year hiatus since their last studio album, Windows in 1983. By this time, the band had experienced significant lineup changes, with only Graham Gouldman and Eric Stewart remaining from the original lineup. This album reflects a matured sound while still embracing their signature playful style.

Who is ...Meanwhile for?

...Meanwhile works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, introspective and reflective moods and layered, dense sonic textures.

How many songs are on ...Meanwhile?

...Meanwhile has 10 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

...Meanwhile

10cc · 1992

51 min · 10 tracks · rock music

A lush blend of melodic rock and intricate arrangements infused with clever lyricism and soft pop sensibilities.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Top tracks — play these first

→
Woman in Love Start here — The lead single showcases the band's signature harmonies and catchy melodies, making it a quintessential 10cc track that highlights their knack for pop songwriting.
→
Welcome to Paradise — This track features rich instrumentation and a narrative quality in its lyrics, capturing the essence of escapism that permeates much of the album.
→
Charity Begins at Home — With its introspective themes and intricate musical structure, this song exemplifies the band's art rock influences and lyrical depth.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album features strong melodies and arrangements but lacks a cohesive flow throughout its runtime.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and layered harmonies, while the fourth track introduces a slower ballad that shifts the album's energy.
Several songs incorporate intricate instrumental arrangements, with strings and synthesizers enhancing the melodic lines.
The lyrics often employ clever wordplay and storytelling, particularly evident in tracks like 'Woman in Love' and 'Charity Begins at Home'.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

long, immersive listening sessions
introspective and reflective moods
layered, dense sonic textures
gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — ...Meanwhile showcases the band's return and continued relevance after a long hiatus.
Themes: mature romanticism· introspective charity
Moods: Introspective· Dreamy
Career context: Released in 1992, ...Meanwhile marked 10cc's return after a seven-year hiatus since their last studio album, Windows in 1983. By this time, the band had experienced significant lineup changes, with only Graham Gouldman and Eric Stewart remaining from the original lineup. This album reflects a matured sound while still embracing their signature playful style.
Stylistic neighbors: Supertramp· Electric Light Orchestra· Steely Dan