Is Sweet Revenge a good place to start with Amanda Lear?

Yes, Sweet Revenge is recommended as a starting point for new Amanda Lear listeners. Disco beats intertwine with theatrical flair, creating an exuberant soundscape that captures the flamboyance of the late '70s nightlife. Released in January 1978, Sweet Revenge marked Amanda Lear's second studio album, following her debut, I Am a Photograph. At this point in her career, Lear was establishing herself as a prominent figure in the disco scene, known for her glamorous persona and unique blend of music and performance art.

Who is Sweet Revenge for?

Sweet Revenge works well if you're into energetic dance floor vibes, theatrical storytelling elements and short, catchy listening sessions.

How many songs are on Sweet Revenge?

Sweet Revenge has 9 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Sweet Revenge

Amanda Lear · 1978

37 min · 9 tracks · disco

Disco beats intertwine with theatrical flair, creating an exuberant soundscape that captures the flamboyance of the late '70s nightlife.

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Follow Me Start here — This track serves as the album's flagship single, featuring an infectious chorus that invites listeners to the dance floor while showcasing Lear's playful vocal delivery.
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Gold — With its lush instrumentation and catchy hook, this song exemplifies Lear's ability to combine pop sensibility with disco rhythms, making it a standout on the record.
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Mother, Look What They’ve Done to Me — This track offers a more introspective moment on the album, contrasting the upbeat nature of other songs with heartfelt lyrics that explore personal transformation.
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The Stud — A narrative-driven song that blends seduction and storytelling, reflecting the glamour and excess of both Lear's persona and the disco era.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album captures the disco era's exuberance with strong production and theatrical elements, though it may not have lasting depth.

What we noticed

The album opens with a strong dance track, 'Follow Me,' which sets a high-energy tone that persists through the first half.
Several tracks feature theatrical spoken-word sections interspersed with sung verses, enhancing the dramatic flair of the music.
The use of lush string arrangements and prominent bass lines throughout creates a rich, layered sound typical of disco from this era.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

energetic dance floor vibes
theatrical storytelling elements
short, catchy listening sessions
playful and fun atmosphere

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Solidified Lear's status in disco, achieving notable commercial success in Europe.
Themes: disco nightlife· theatrical glam· personal transformation
Career context: Released in January 1978, Sweet Revenge marked Amanda Lear's second studio album, following her debut, I Am a Photograph. At this point in her career, Lear was establishing herself as a prominent figure in the disco scene, known for her glamorous persona and unique blend of music and performance art.
Stylistic neighbors: Giorgio Moroder· Donna Summer· Chic