What Goes Around
The Hollies · 1983
32 min · 10 tracks · rock music
Melodic rock harmonies intertwine with reflective lyrics, showcasing the Hollies' signature sound during a vibrant era of pop music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Casualty Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Take My Love and Run — This track stands out with its infectious energy and catchy chorus, encapsulating the playful spirit of the album while demonstrating the band's vocal harmony prowess.
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Just One Look — A standout cover that highlights the band's knack for blending heartfelt emotion with upbeat arrangements, making it a memorable moment on the album.
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Someone Else’s Eyes — This song's introspective lyrics and lush melodies showcase The Hollies' maturity as songwriters, representing a deeper emotional layer within the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- sing-along melodies with friends
- vibrant energy for gatherings
- short bursts of feel-good tunes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive tracks
- seek heavy emotional intensity
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Represents a strong return with fresh material after a hiatus.
- Themes
- early '80s nostalgia· melodic pop-rock revival· introspective balladry
- Career context
- By 1983, The Hollies were in a phase of reinvention, having released their previous album 'The Hollies' in 1980. 'What Goes Around' marked their return with fresh material after a brief hiatus and aimed to re-establish their presence in the evolving rock landscape of the early '80s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Byrds· The Beach Boys· The Zombies
Tracklist
- 1 Casualty Start here 2:54
- 2 Take My Love and Run 2:49
- 3 Say You’ll Be Mine 3:43
- 4 Something Ain’t Right 3:33
- 5 If the Lights Go Out 3:30
- 6 Stop in the Name of Love 3:09
- 7 I Got What I Want 2:35
- 8 Just One Look 3:02
- 9 Someone Else’s Eyes 4:00
- 10 Having a Good Time 2:59
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Keepin' the Summer Alive
The Beach Boys
Shares melodic harmonies and a vibrant pop spirit, reflecting early '80s nostalgia.
Sweetheart of the Rodeo
The Byrds
Features jangly guitars and introspective balladry, echoing the melodic pop-rock vibe.
Beauty and the Beat
The Go-Go's
Combines infectious melodies with a lively sound, capturing the essence of early '80s pop-rock.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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