Very
Pet Shop Boys · 1993
90 min · 18 tracks · house · new wave · synth-pop
A vibrant blend of electronic pop and introspective lyrics, encapsulating the spirit of early '90s dance culture.
Why this album works
'Very' debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and was well-received by critics for its innovative production and lyrical sophistication. The album includes hits like 'Go West', which became an anthem associated with LGBTQ+ rights and cultural celebration during a pivotal moment in the community's history.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys thoughtful introspective reflections
- Context
- Released on September 27, 1993, 'Very' marked the Pet Shop Boys' fifth studio album, following their successful 'Behavior'. By this time, they had solidified their status in pop music and were exploring new thematic depths while maintaining their signature synth-pop sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- New Order· Soft Cell· Cabaret Voltaire
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Can You Forgive Her? Standout 3:53
- 2 I Wouldn’t Normally Do This Kind of Thing 3:03
- 3 Liberation 4:06
- 4 A Different Point of View 3:26
- 5 Dreaming of the Queen 4:19
- 6 Yesterday, When I Was Mad Standout 3:55
- 7 The Theatre 5:10
- 8 One and One Make Five 3:30
- 9 To Speak Is a Sin 4:45
- 10 Young Offender 4:49
- 11 One in a Million 3:53
- 12 Go West / Postscript Standout 8:21
Disc 2
- 1 My Head Is Spinning 6:33
- 2 Forever in Love 6:19
- 3 KDX 125 6:25
- 4 We Came From Outer Space 5:24
- 5 The Man Who Has Everything 6:00
- 6 One Thing Leads to Another 6:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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