The Singles
The Pretenders · 1987
57 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant collection of jangly guitars and heartfelt lyrics capturing the essence of 80s rock.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for relaxed listening
- catchy anthems for sing-alongs
- heartfelt melodies for nostalgic moments
- vibrant energy for social gatherings
- consistent flow throughout the album
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of immediate gratification
- prefer longer, immersive albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on November 17, 1987, 'The Singles' marked a significant retrospective for The Pretenders as their first compilation album. This release came after their commercial peak in the early to mid-1980s, following hits like 'Back on the Chain Gang' and 'Don't Get Me Wrong'. At this point, lead singer Chrissie Hynde had solidified her status as a prominent figure in rock music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Bangles· Blondie· Siouxsie and the Banshees
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stop Your Sobbing 2:38
- 2 Kid 3:04
- 3 Brass in Pocket 3:05
- 4 Talk of the Town 3:13
- 5 I Go to Sleep 2:57
- 6 Day After Day 4:01
- 7 Message of Love 3:25
- 8 Back on the Chain Gang 3:52
- 9 Middle of the Road 4:13
- 10 2000 Miles 3:39
- 11 Show Me 4:08
- 12 Thin Line Between Love and Hate 3:40
- 13 Don’t Get Me Wrong 3:49
- 14 Hymn to Her 4:29
- 15 My Baby 4:07
- 16 I Got You Babe 3:10
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