Roxette

dance-pop, pop rock, power pop, soft rock

Sweden Est. 1986

"With pulsating beats, shimmering synth textures, and soaring vocal harmonies, Roxette crafts earworms that build infectious energy while evoking an emotional undercurrent."

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Look Sharp!

1988

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Career Arc

Roxette's discography from 1986 to 2020

1986 2003 2020

Pearls of Passion (1986) Goodbye to You / So Far A... (1986) Neverending Love (1986) Dance Passion – The Remix... (1987) It Must Have Been Love (C... (1987) Soul Deep / Pearls of Pas... (1987) Look Sharp! (1988) Chances / Silver Blue (De... (1988) Listen to Your Heart / (I... (1988) Dressed for Success / The... (1988) I Call Your Name / Surren... (1988) Dangerous (1989) Dangerous / Surrender (Li... (1989) The Look / Silver Blue (1989) It Must Have Been Love (1990) Joyride (1991) Spending My Time / The Sw... (1991) The Big L. / One is Such... (1991) Fading Like a Flower (Eve... (1991) Joyride / Come Back (Befo... (1991)

Roxette reshaped the landscape of pop music in the late '80s and early '90s, bringing infectious melodies and relatable narratives to a global audience.

Roxette reshaped the landscape of pop music in the late '80s and early '90s, bringing infectious melodies and relatable narratives to a global audience. Their ability to seamlessly blend elements of Europop with rock influences made their sound both accessible and resonant, creating a bridge for listeners across diverse musical backgrounds. By crafting anthemic choruses that sparked sing-alongs, Roxette became a defining voice of a generation, transforming how pop songs could interlace personal experience with widespread appeal. Their approach relied heavily on catchy hooks paired with polished production, often utilizing vibrant synths and driving rhythms to create an energetic backdrop. This sonic precision was matched by their knack for impactful songwriting, elevating straightforward pop into something that felt emotionally substantial and immersive. The duo's collaboration produced a sound that was instantly recognizable yet layered enough to maintain listener engagement over time. Common themes in Roxette's lyrics include love, heartache, and longing, often delivered through a sincere yet conversational tone. Their storytelling tends to balance between earnestness and playful irony, inviting listeners into moments of vulnerability while still maintaining an upbeat energy. This duality allows their songs to resonate deeply while remaining uplifting, encouraging a sense of connection among fans.

Full discography

Roxette's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

91 releases • 31 albums • 1986–2020

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Albums ()

Bag of Trix

2020

Good Karma

2016

The RoxBox!: A Collection of Roxette's Greatest Songs

2015

The Biggest Hits XXX

2014

The Roxette Demos!, Vol. 2

2014

The Roxette Demos!, Vol. 1

2014

The Roxette Demos!, Vol. 4

2014

The Roxette Demos!, Vol. 5

2014

The Roxette Demos!, Vol. 3

2014

Live: Travelling the World

2013

Travelling

2012

Greatest Hits

2011

Charm School

2011

The RoxBox – Roxette 86–06

2006

A Collection of Roxette Hits: Their 20 Greatest Songs!

2006

The Pop Hits

2003

The Ballad Hits

2002

Room Service

2001

Have a Nice Day

1999

The Greatest

1998

Baladas en español

1996

Don't Bore Us, Get to the Chorus!

1995

Rarities

1995

Crash! Boom! Bang!

1994

Tourism

1992

Joyride

1991

Look Sharp!

1988

Dance Passion – The Remix Album

1987

Pearls of Passion

1986

The Greatest

MTV Unplugged

Singles ()

Piece of Cake / Let Your Heart Dance With Me / Tú No Me Comprendes

2020

Tú No Me Comprendes / Let Your Heart Dance With Me

2020

Let Your Heart Dance with Me / Help!

2020

Why Don't You Bring Me Flowers? / From a Distance

2016

Some Other Summer

2016

It Just Happens

2016

The Look (2015 Remake)

2015

The Sweet Hello, The Sad Goodbye

2012

It's Possible

2012

Way Out / Crash! Boom! Bang! / Anyone

2011

Speak to Me / She's Got Nothing On (But the Radio)

2011

She's Got Nothing On (But the Radio) / Wish I Could Fly

2011

One Wish / The Rox Medley

2006

The Rox Medley

2006

Reveal

2006

Opportunity Nox / Fading Like a Flower (Every Time You Leave) / Breathe

2003

A Thing About You

2002

Milk and Toast and Honey / Real Sugar

2001

Real Sugar / It Will Take a Long Long Time

2001

The Centre of the Heart / Entering Your Heart

2001

Salvation / See Me

1999

Stars / Better Off on Her Own / I Was So Lucky / 7 Twenty 7 / Stars / Anyone

1999

Anyone

1999

Wish I Could Fly / Happy Together

1999

No sé si es amor / Directamente a ti

1997

Un día sin ti / Timida

1996

She Doesn't Live Here Anymore / The Look '95 / The Look (rapino 7" mix)

1996

June Afternoon / Seduce Me / June Afternoon (demo) / It Must Have Been Love / Listen to Your Heart

1996

June Afternoon / Seduce Me

1996

June Afternoon / Seduce Me / June Afternoon (demo)

1996

She Doesn't Live Here Anymore / The Look '95

1996

The Look '95

1995

You Don't Understand Me / Crazy About You / Harleys & Indians (Riders In the Sky)

1995

Vulnerable / The Sweet Hello, The Sad Goodbye

1995

Run to You / Don't Believe in Accidents / Crash! Boom! Bang! / Almost Unreal

1994

Fireworks / Dangerous

1994

Crash! Boom! Bang! / Joyride

1994

Sleeping in My Car / The Look

1994

Almost Unreal / The Heart Shaped Sea

1993

Fingertips '93 / Dressed for Success" (Live from the Sydney Entertainment Centre on 13 December 1991)

1993

Queen of Rain / It Must Have Been Love (Live)

1992

How Do You Do!

1992

Church of Your Heart / I Call Your Name

1992

Spending My Time / The Sweet Hello, The Sad Goodbye

1991

The Big L. / One is Such a Lonely Number (Demo)

1991

Fading Like a Flower (Every Time You Leave) / I Remember You

1991

Joyride / Come Back (Before You Leave)

1991

The Sweet Hello, the Sad Goodbye

1991

It Must Have Been Love

1990

Dangerous

1989

Dangerous / Surrender (Live) / Neverending Love (Live)

1989

The Look / Silver Blue

1989

Chances / Silver Blue (Demo)

1988

Listen to Your Heart / (I Could Never) Give You Up

1988

Dressed for Success / The Voice

1988

I Call Your Name / Surrender

1988

It Must Have Been Love (Christmas for the Broken Hearted)

1987

Soul Deep / Pearls of Passion

1987

Goodbye to You / So Far Away

1986

Neverending Love

1986

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Timeline

How their sound evolved over time

Pearls of Passion (1986)

Dance Passion – The... (1987)

Look Sharp! (1988)

Joyride (1991)

Tourism (1992)

Crash! Boom! Bang! (1994)

Don't Bore Us, Get t... (1995)

Rarities (1995)

Baladas en español (1996)

The Greatest (1998)

Have a Nice Day (1999)

Room Service (2001)

The Ballad Hits (2002)

The Pop Hits (2003)

A Collection of Roxette Hits: Their 20 Greatest Songs!

A Collection of Roxe... (2006)

The RoxBox – Roxette... (2006)

Charm School (2011)

Greatest Hits (2011)

Travelling (2012)

Live: Travelling the... (2013)

The Biggest Hits XXX (2014)

The Roxette Demos!,... (2014)

The Roxette Demos!,... (2014)

The Roxette Demos!,... (2014)

The Roxette Demos!,... (2014)

The Roxette Demos!,... (2014)

The RoxBox!: A Collection of Roxette's Greatest Songs

The RoxBox!: A Colle... (2015)

Good Karma (2016)

Bag of Trix (2020)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Roxette sound like?

With pulsating beats, shimmering synth textures, and soaring vocal harmonies, Roxette crafts earworms that build infectious energy while evoking an emotional undercurrent. Rooted in pop rock and dance-pop. Start with Joyride.

What is the best Roxette album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Joyride" (1991). It's the most representative of what makes Roxette worth hearing.

Who is Roxette for?

If you're into pop rock and dance-pop, Roxette is worth your time. With pulsating beats, shimmering synth textures, and soaring vocal harmonies, Roxette crafts earworms that build infectious energy while evoking an emotional undercurrent.

How many albums does Roxette have?

Roxette has 91 releases in their discography, including 31 albums.

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