Why this album works
- Best for
- catchy melodic hooks vibrant, upbeat soundscapes short, engaging tracks
- Context
- Released on May 1, 1982, 'Sweets from a Stranger' is Squeeze's fifth studio album, coming after their successful record 'East Side Story' in 1981. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation for clever songwriting and sophisticated pop arrangements while exploring broader themes in their music.
- If you like
- new wave
Sweets from a Stranger is an album by Squeeze, released in 1982. A vibrant blend of catchy melodies and sharp, witty lyrics that encapsulate early '80s new wave charm. 'Sweets from a Stranger' is notable for its critical reception, with tracks like 'Black Coffee in Bed' receiving acclaim for their lyrical depth and melodic complexity. The album reflects the band's peak during the new wave era, contributing to their legacy in British pop music and influencing subsequent artists within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sweets from a Stranger sound like?
A vibrant blend of catchy melodies and sharp, witty lyrics that encapsulate early '80s new wave charm. Rooted in new wave.
What makes Sweets from a Stranger by Squeeze notable?
'Sweets from a Stranger' is notable for its critical reception, with tracks like 'Black Coffee in Bed' receiving acclaim for their lyrical depth and melodic complexity. The album reflects the band's peak during the new wave era, contributing to their legacy in British pop music and influencing subsequent artists within the genre. Released on May 1, 1982, 'Sweets from a Stranger' is Squeeze's fifth studio album, coming after their successful record 'East Side Story' in 1981. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation for clever songwriting and sophisticated pop arrangements while exploring broader themes in their music.
Who is Sweets from a Stranger for?
Sweets from a Stranger works well if you're into catchy melodic hooks, vibrant, upbeat soundscapes and short, engaging tracks.
How many songs are on Sweets from a Stranger?
Sweets from a Stranger has 14 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Out of Touch Standout 3:53
- 2 I Can't Hold On Standout 3:36
- 3 Points of View 4:15
- 4 Stranger Than the Stranger on the Shore 3:19
- 5 Onto the Dance Floor 3:39
- 6 When the Hangover Strikes 4:32
- 7 Black Coffee in Bed Standout 6:16
- 8 I've Returned 2:36
- 9 Tongue Like a Knife 4:12
- 10 His House Her Home 3:25
- 11 The Very First Dance 3:18
- 12 The Elephant Ride 3:23
- 13 I Can't Get Up Anymore 3:57
- 14 When Love Goes to Sleep 3:46
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