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Wish

The Cure · 1992

66 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · new wave · post-punk

A lush tapestry of atmospheric guitars and introspective lyrics intertwines with buoyant melodies and melancholic undertones.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • layered, dense sonic textures
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • introspective late-night reflections

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on April 21, 1992, 'Wish' marked The Cure's ninth studio album during a period of commercial success following their critically acclaimed record 'Disintegration'. The band was evolving from their darker post-punk roots into a more accessible sound while still retaining their signature gothic elements, showcasing both experimentation and mainstream appeal.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Open 6:51
  • 2 High 3:37
  • 3 Apart 6:38
  • 4 From the Edge of the Deep Green Sea 7:44
  • 5 Wendy Time 5:13
  • 6 Doing the Unstuck 4:24
  • 7 Friday I’m in Love 3:38
  • 8 Trust 5:32
  • 9 A Letter to Elise 5:14
  • 10 Cut 5:55
  • 11 To Wish Impossible Things 4:43
  • 12 End 6:45

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