0898 Beautiful South

Pop · 1992 · 12 tracks

0898 Beautiful South

The Beautiful South

A collection of wry, sophisticated pop songs from 1992. Dual vocals deliver bittersweet narratives and sharp social commentary over lush arrangements.

March 25, 1992 · Go! Discs

0898 Beautiful South is an album that masterfully blends the accessible charm of pop with a deeply cynical, often melancholic lyrical core. Released in 1992, it showcases The Beautiful South's signature sound: catchy melodies, lush arrangements, and the distinctive interplay of male and female lead vocals. The album feels like a thoughtful, slightly jaded observation of everyday life, delivered with a wink and a sigh, making it perfect for those who appreciate pop music with intellectual depth and emotional nuance.

Tracklist · 12 Tracks

01

Old Red Eyes Is Back

3:35

02

We Are Each Other

3:39

03

The Rocking Chair

4:43

04

We’ll Deal With You Later

4:07

05

Domino Man

2:40

06

36D

5:16

07

Here It Is Again

3:27

08

Something That You Said

4:20

09

I’m Your No. 1 Fan

4:28

10

Bell-Bottomed Tear

4:35

11

You Play Glockenspiel, I’ll Play Drums

5:06

12

When I’m 84

4:32

Moments Worth Listening For

The unexpected, soaring string section that elevates the chorus of a seemingly simple pop song.

The perfectly timed, dryly delivered spoken-word interlude that punctures a romantic illusion.

The intricate vocal harmonies between the male and female leads, creating a bittersweet counterpoint.

A sudden, sharp lyrical twist delivered over a deceptively upbeat piano melody.

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Bittersweet saturates this record a touch more than the artist's norm.

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