What makes This Is What You Want… This Is What You Get by Public Image Ltd. notable?

This album includes the hit single 'This Is Not a Love Song,' which reached number five on the UK Singles Chart, solidifying Lydon's status as a provocative artist in post-punk. Its critical reception was mixed but significant for its bold experimentation, influencing countless alternative acts that followed. Released in 1984, 'This Is What You Want… This Is What You Get' marked Public Image Ltd.'s fourth studio album, coming after their commercial peak with 'Second Edition' in 1986. The album showcased a shift towards a more aggressive sound, a response to both the music industry's expectations and the band's tumultuous history, including John Lydon's evolving identity post-Sex Pistols.

Who is This Is What You Want… This Is What You Get for?

This Is What You Want… This Is What You Get works well if you're into turbulent emotional landscapes, thought-provoking lyrical themes and immersive listening experiences.

How many songs are on This Is What You Want… This Is What You Get?

This Is What You Want… This Is What You Get has 8 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

This Is What You Want… This Is What You Get

Public Image Ltd. · 1984

36 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock · post-punk

A turbulent blend of post-punk experimentation and abrasive soundscapes reflecting disillusionment and social critique.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

turbulent emotional landscapes
thought-provoking lyrical themes
immersive listening experiences
dynamic shifts in intensity

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1984, 'This Is What You Want… This Is What You Get' marked Public Image Ltd.'s fourth studio album, coming after their commercial peak with 'Second Edition' in 1986. The album showcased a shift towards a more aggressive sound, a response to both the music industry's expectations and the band's tumultuous history, including John Lydon's evolving identity post-Sex Pistols.
Stylistic neighbors: Wire· The Pop Group· Gang of Four