Present Arms
UB40 · 1981
47 min · 10 tracks · reggae · dub music
A fusion of reggae rhythms and socially conscious lyrics that resonate with the struggles of everyday life.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo grooves
- socially conscious lyrical themes
- reflective afternoon listening
- engaging narratives throughout tracks
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced excitement
- seek standalone singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on May 29, 1981, 'Present Arms' was UB40's third studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'Signing Off.' This period marked their establishment as a prominent reggae band in the UK, solidifying their unique sound and lyrical focus on social issues.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Steel Pulse· Toots and the Maytals· Jimmy Cliff
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Present Arms 4:08
- 2 Sardonicus 4:29
- 3 Don’t Let It Pass You By 7:45
- 4 Wild Cat 3:01
- 5 One in Ten 4:32
- 6 Don’t Slow Down 4:28
- 7 Silent Witness 4:15
- 8 Lambs Bread 4:48
- 9 Don’t Walk on the Grass 5:07
- 10 Doctor X 5:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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