True Colours
Split Enz · 1980
38 min · 11 tracks · new wave · pop rock · progressive rock
Bright melodies collide with eclectic arrangements, showcasing an infectious blend of art pop and new wave.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- bright, melodic listening experience
- short, engaging track lengths
- mid-tempo reflective moments
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked Split Enz's international breakthrough and wider recognition.
- Themes
- New Zealand pop scene· playful social commentary· colorful storytelling
- Career context
- By the time 'True Colours' was released in January 1980, Split Enz had already established themselves in New Zealand's music scene. This album marked their international breakthrough, following the success of their previous album 'Second Thoughts' and featuring a more polished sound that appealed to wider audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Crowded House· XTC· The B-52's
- If this clicks, go next to
- Waiata — Continues the bright melodies and eclectic sound with fresh themes.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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English Settlement by XTC — Shares intricate arrangements and a whimsical approach to lyrical storytelling.Remain in Light by Talking Heads — Combines art rock with eclectic rhythms, creating a vibrant and playful soundscape.Wild Planet by The B-52's — Features bright melodies and quirky lyrics, embodying a similar playful spirit and new wave energy.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "I Got You".
- 1 I Got You Start here 3:24
- 2 Shark Attack 2:52
- 3 What's the Matter With You 3:02
- 4 Double Happy 3:15
- 5 I Wouldn't Dream of It 3:14
- 6 I Hope I Never 4:26
- 7 Nobody Takes Me Seriously 3:24
- 8 Missing Person 3:32
- 9 Poor Boy 3:19
- 10 How Can I Resist Her 3:26
- 11 The Choral Sea 4:29
What to play next
This album is considered a Breakthrough in Split Enz's catalog. This album marked Split Enz's international breakthrough and wider recognition.
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