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Straight Up

Badfinger · 1971

65 min · 18 tracks · power pop

Melodic power pop infused with bittersweet harmonies and reflective lyrics, echoing the emotional complexity of early '70s rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • bittersweet melodies for reflection
  • wave-like pacing with dynamic flow
  • for late-night introspection
  • catchy tunes for sing-alongs
  • emotional highs and lows

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • want standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on December 13, 1971, 'Straight Up' was Badfinger's third studio album, following their commercial breakthrough with 'No Dice' in 1970. At this point, the band was navigating the pressures of fame while under the management of Apple Records, facing both creative opportunities and internal challenges that would affect their trajectory.
Stylistic neighbors
Big Star· The Hollies· The Move

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Take It All 4:30
  • 2 Baby Blue 3:41
  • 3 Money 3:30
  • 4 Flying 2:39
  • 5 I’d Die Babe 2:38
  • 6 Name of the Game 5:20
  • 7 Suitcase 2:57
  • 8 Sweet Tuesday Morning 2:34
  • 9 Day After Day 3:14
  • 10 Sometimes 2:56
  • 11 Perfection 5:12
  • 12 It’s Over 3:34
  • 13 Money (original version) 4:21
  • 14 Flying (original version) 2:24
  • 15 Name of the Game (original version) 4:28
  • 16 Suitcase (original version) 3:19
  • 17 Perfection (original version) 4:41
  • 18 Baby Blue (U.S.A. 45 RPM remix) 3:37

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