What makes Popped In Souled Out by Wet Wet Wet notable?

This album reached No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart and was certified multi-platinum, establishing Wet Wet Wet as a staple in British soft rock. It also included several charting singles that solidified their popularity during the late 1980s. Released on September 21, 1987, 'Popped In Souled Out' was Wet Wet Wet's debut album, marking the band's entry into the mainstream music scene. Prior to this, they had built a following in local circuits but this album propelled them to commercial success, featuring their first hit single 'Wishing I Was Lucky'.

Who is Popped In Souled Out for?

Popped In Souled Out works well if you're into nostalgic sing-alongs with friends, steady pacing for easy listening and heartfelt melodies for reflective moments.

How many songs are on Popped In Souled Out?

Popped In Souled Out has 13 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Popped In Souled Out

Wet Wet Wet · 1987

54 min · 13 tracks · soft rock

A melodic blend of soft rock with heartfelt lyrics and catchy hooks that evoke nostalgia.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
steady pacing for easy listening
heartfelt melodies for reflective moments
consistent melodic journey throughout
for afternoon drives

Maybe skip if you want

seekers of high-energy tracks
prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on September 21, 1987, 'Popped In Souled Out' was Wet Wet Wet's debut album, marking the band's entry into the mainstream music scene. Prior to this, they had built a following in local circuits but this album propelled them to commercial success, featuring their first hit single 'Wishing I Was Lucky'.
Stylistic neighbors: Simply Red· Level 42· The Beautiful South

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Tracklist

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

1 Wishing I Was Lucky 3:52
2 East of the River 3:24
3 I Remember 4:44
4 Angel Eyes (Home and Away) 5:13
5 Words of Wisdom 3:51
6 Don’t Let Me Be Lonely Tonight 3:45
7 World in Another 3:06
8 Sweet Little Mystery 3:43
9 I Don’t Believe (Sonny’s Letter) 4:42
10 Temptation 4:59
11 I Can Give You Everything 4:05
12 The Moment You Left Me 5:02
13 Wishing I Was Lucky (live version) 3:48

What to play next

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