Taking Liberties
Elvis Costello · 1980
51 min · 20 tracks · new wave · punk
A frenetic collection of sharp lyrics and energetic melodies that captures the spirit of late '70s punk and new wave.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- quick bursts of sharp wit
- energetic tracks for road trips
- playful irreverence in every song
- sing-along moments with friends
- punchy anthems for lively gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer long, contemplative pieces
- seek slow, gradual builds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1980, 'Taking Liberties' is a compilation of non-album tracks from Elvis Costello's early career, following his acclaimed debut 'My Aim Is True' and sophomore release 'This Year's Model'. At this point, he was solidifying his reputation as a prolific songwriter with a flair for blending genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joe Jackson· Graham Parker· Squeeze
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Clean Money 2:00
- 2 Girls Talk 1:57
- 3 Talking in the Dark 1:56
- 4 Radio Sweetheart 2:29
- 5 Black and White World 1:50
- 6 Big Tears 3:10
- 7 Just a Memory 2:18
- 8 Night Rally 2:43
- 9 Stranger in the House 3:03
- 10 Clowntime Is Over 3:48
- 11 Getting Mighty Crowded 2:10
- 12 Hoover Factory 1:45
- 13 Tiny Steps 2:42
- 14 (I Don’t Want to Go to) Chelsea 3:07
- 15 Dr. Luther’s Assistant 3:29
- 16 Sunday’s Best 3:24
- 17 Crawling to the U.S.A. 2:54
- 18 Wednesday Week 2:05
- 19 My Funny Valentine 1:31
- 20 Ghost Train 3:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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