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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Siouxsie and the Banshees· Joy Division· The Sisters of Mercy
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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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