What makes Picture This by Wet Wet Wet notable?

This album features the UK number one hit Love Is All Around, which gained immense popularity after being featured in the film Four Weddings and a Funeral. The track's success helped propel the album to significant commercial success, further cementing Wet Wet Wet's status as leading figures in the soft rock genre during the '90s. Released in 1995, Picture This was Wet Wet Wet's fifth studio album, following their commercially successful record, High on the Happy Side. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the UK music scene after a string of chart-topping hits throughout the early '90s.

Who is Picture This for?

Picture This works well if you're into steady melodic flow throughout, heartfelt vocals for reflection and emotional ballads for quiet moments.

How many songs are on Picture This?

Picture This has 12 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.

Picture This

Wet Wet Wet · 1995

45 min · 12 tracks · soft rock

Melodic soft rock harmonies intertwine with poignant lyrics, creating an emotional landscape that resonates with heartfelt sincerity.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Love Is All Around — As the album's standout single, this track blends catchy melodies with romantic themes, showcasing the band's ability to craft memorable pop ballads.
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Julia Says — This opening track sets a reflective tone for the album, combining lush instrumentation with thoughtful lyrics that explore themes of longing and loss.
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After the Love Goes — The emotional depth of this song is highlighted by its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, making it a poignant moment within the overall context of the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album features strong melodies and harmonies but lacks significant innovation within its genre.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a more upbeat rhythm.
Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
The album closes with 'Love Is All Around', which is notably longer than most other tracks, extending its emotional impact.

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

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

steady melodic flow throughout
heartfelt vocals for reflection
emotional ballads for quiet moments
for evening relaxation

Maybe skip if you

seeking high-energy tracks
prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1995, Picture This was Wet Wet Wet's fifth studio album, following their commercially successful record, High on the Happy Side. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the UK music scene after a string of chart-topping hits throughout the early '90s.
Stylistic neighbors: Simply Red· Level 42· The Beautiful South