The No Comprendo
Les Rita Mitsouko · 1986
45 min · 10 tracks · new wave
Eclectic new wave melodies intertwine with theatrical vocals, creating a vibrant and playful sonic landscape.
Why this album works
'The No Comprendo' marked a high point in Les Rita Mitsouko's career, featuring the hit single 'C'Est Comme Ça', which reached number one on the French charts. The album's innovative sound and bold aesthetics played a crucial role in defining the French new wave movement of the 1980s, influencing subsequent artists and genres.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels mid-tempo reflective moments playful and vibrant soundscapes
- Context
- Released in 1986, 'The No Comprendo' was Les Rita Mitsouko's second studio album, following their successful debut 'Rita Mitsouko'. At this point in their career, the duo was gaining significant traction in the French music scene, celebrated for their unique fusion of pop and avant-garde styles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Duran Duran· Roxy Music· A Flock of Seagulls
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Les Histoires D'a 4:04
- 2 Andy Standout 5:30
- 3 C'Est Comme Ça Standout 4:41
- 4 Vol de Nuit 4:12
- 5 Someone to Love 3:03
- 6 Stupid Anyway 4:45
- 7 Un Soir Un Chien Standout 5:44
- 8 Bad Days 5:03
- 9 Tonite 5:11
- 10 Nuit D'Ivresse 3:43
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