Promises and Lies
UB40 · 1993
47 min · 11 tracks · reggae · dub music
A vibrant mix of reggae grooves and pop melodies infused with lyrical storytelling and soulful vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- lyrical storytelling focus
- relaxed afternoon vibes
- gentle melodic flow
- reflective listening moments
- soothing background ambiance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 27, 1993, 'Promises and Lies' was UB40's seventh studio album, following their commercially successful 'Labour of Love II.' At this point in their career, UB40 had established themselves as a leading force in reggae music while appealing to mainstream audiences, further solidifying their reputation in both genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Steel Pulse· Toots and the Maytals· Jimmy Cliff
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 C’est la vie 4:31
- 2 Desert Sand 4:48
- 3 Promises and Lies 3:38
- 4 Bring Me Your Cup 5:41
- 5 Higher Ground 4:21
- 6 Reggae Music 4:06
- 7 Can’t Help Falling in Love 3:27
- 8 Now and Then 3:40
- 9 Things Ain’t Like They Used to Be 4:01
- 10 It’s a Long Long Way 4:29
- 11 Sorry 4:27
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