Was It Worth It?
Pet Shop Boys · 1991
29 min · 5 tracks · house · new wave · synth-pop
Eclectic synth-pop textures blend with introspective lyrics, creating a reflective dance experience that questions the price of fame.
Why this album works
The title track reached number 16 on the UK Singles Chart, showcasing the duo's continuing relevance in the pop landscape during the early '90s. The song's exploration of personal and professional sacrifice resonated with fans and critics alike, solidifying Pet Shop Boys as thought leaders in electronic music.
- Career context
- Released in December 1991, 'Was It Worth It?' marked a transitional phase for Pet Shop Boys after their commercial peak in the late '80s. This single came just before the duo began exploring more theatrical and conceptual themes in their work, particularly with their subsequent album 'Very' in 1993.
- Stylistic neighbors
- New Order· Soft Cell· Cabaret Voltaire
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Was It Worth It? (7" mix) Standout 4:27
- 2 Was It Worth It? (12" remix) 7:13
- 3 Miserablism (Electro mix) Standout 5:38
- 4 Music for Boys (Part 3) Standout 5:40
- 5 Overture to Performance 6:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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