U Can Never B2 Straight
Boy George · 2002
68 min · 15 tracks · new wave · soul · disco
A vibrant fusion of dance beats and introspective lyrics, echoing the trials of identity and acceptance.
Why this album works
'U Can Never B2 Straight' is significant for its exploration of LGBTQ+ themes during a period when such topics were becoming more openly discussed in popular music. The album received critical acclaim and contributed to Boy George's sustained relevance in the evolving music landscape, particularly within the electronic and pop scenes.
- Best for
- wave-like emotional shifts introspective dancefloor moments dynamic journey with peaks
- Context
- Released in 2002, 'U Can Never B2 Straight' marks Boy George's return to music after a hiatus following his commercial peak in the late '80s. This album showcases his evolution as an artist, melding electronic sounds with personal storytelling at a time when he was re-establishing his presence in the industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Kate Bush· Duran Duran· Radiohead· Simply Red· Kim Wilde· Blur· Pet Shop Boys
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ich bin Kunst 2:40
- 2 St. Christopher 3:48
- 3 She Was Never He Standout 3:35
- 4 Cheapness and Beauty 3:49
- 5 Fat Cat 3:26
- 6 If I Could Fly 4:10
- 7 Unfinished Business 3:38
- 8 Julian 3:41
- 9 Wrong 4:09
- 10 Letter to a School Friend Standout 3:51
- 11 The Deal 4:43
- 12 Losing Control 3:17
- 13 Same Thing in Reverse 3:37
- 14 Il Adore Standout 6:16
- 15 Bow Down Mister / Out of Fashion 13:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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