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Mud Will Be Flung Tonight

Bette Midler · 1985

39 min · 9 tracks · jazz · disco

A lively blend of theatrical storytelling and sharp wit wrapped in catchy pop melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • theatrical storytelling with humor
  • lively sing-along moments
  • dynamic flow with peaks
  • quick bursts of witty commentary

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, reflective music
  • seek straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1985, 'Mud Will Be Flung Tonight' was Bette Midler's sixth studio album, following her commercial success with 'No Frills' (1983). At this point, Midler was already an established star known for her dynamic performances and humorous off-stage persona, further solidifying her status in the music and entertainment industry.
Stylistic neighbors
Diana Ross· Cher· Liza Minnelli
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 Taking Aim 5:02
  • 2 Fit or Fat (Fat as I Am) 3:05
  • 3 Marriage, Movies, Madonna and Mick 6:32
  • 4 Vickie Eydie (I'm Singing Broadway) 4:37
  • 5 Coping 1:37
  • 6 The Unfettered Boob 2:57
  • 7 "Otto Titsling" 4:13
  • 8 Why Bother? 6:37
  • 9 Soph 4:28

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