Smashing! cover

Released 30 years ago

Smashing!

Right Said Fred · 1996

56 min · 14 tracks · pop rock

A playful blend of catchy pop hooks and upbeat rock rhythms that captures the mid-90s vibe.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • playful sing-alongs with friends
  • steady flow with varied tempos
  • nostalgic vibes of mid-90s
  • upbeat energy for celebrations
  • catchy hooks for lighthearted moods

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking intense emotional depth
  • prefer standalone single tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1996, 'Smashing!' was Right Said Fred's third studio album, following their breakthrough debut 'Up' and its successful follow-up. At this point, they were riding the wave of their initial fame from hits like 'I'm Too Sexy,' aiming to solidify their place in the pop landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Culture Club· Bros· Soft Cell

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Everybody Loves Me 3:21
  • 2 Brick by Brick 6:08
  • 3 Big Time 3:55
  • 4 Ruby, Don't Take Your Love to Town 3:23
  • 5 You Want Kissing 3:25
  • 6 La Samba 4:02
  • 7 Living on a Dream 3:45
  • 8 'Til the Sun Goes Cold 4:37
  • 9 Favourite Thrill 3:58
  • 10 Mr. Bad Vibe 4:10
  • 11 Radio 4:26
  • 12 ABC 3:46
  • 13 Place I Know (The Fairy Song) 4:34
  • 14 Everybody Loves Me (reprise) 2:57

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