Pearls
Elkie Brooks · 1981
46 min · 12 tracks · pop music
Soulful pop ballads intertwine with bluesy undertones, showcasing Elkie Brooks' powerful vocals and emotive storytelling.
Why this album works
'Pearls' reached No. 2 on the UK Albums Chart and featured the hit single 'Fool If You Think It’s Over', which further established Brooks’ popularity. The album's blend of pop and soulful ballads received critical acclaim, influencing subsequent artists within the genre and contributing to the sound of early 80s British pop music.
- Career context
- Released in 1981, 'Pearls' was Elkie Brooks' fifth studio album, marking a significant moment in her career as she transitioned from a cult favorite to mainstream recognition. This album followed her successful releases in the late 1970s and solidified her status as a prominent figure in the UK pop scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Superstar 3:27
- 2 Fool If You Think It’s Over Standout 4:57
- 3 Givin’ It Up for Your Love 3:55
- 4 Sunshine After the Rain Standout 3:25
- 5 Warm and Tender Love 4:10
- 6 Lilac Wine 3:57
- 7 Pearl’s a Singer Standout 3:40
- 8 Don’t Cry Out Loud 3:46
- 9 Too Busy Thinking About My Baby 3:18
- 10 If You Leave Me Now 3:51
- 11 Paint Your Pretty Picture 3:35
- 12 Dance Away 4:00
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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