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Are We Having Fun Yet?

Black · 1993

44 min · 10 tracks · new wave

A blend of bright pop melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in a new wave aesthetic.

Are We Having Fun Yet? is an album by Black, released in 1993. A blend of bright pop melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in a new wave aesthetic. The album featured the hit single 'Wishing You Were Here,' which received significant airplay and contributed to Black's recognition in the early 90s pop scene. Its commercial performance helped solidify Black's place within the new wave genre, while the album itself was well-received critically for its lyrical depth and catchy hooks. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Are We Having Fun Yet? sound like?

A blend of bright pop melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in a new wave aesthetic. Rooted in new wave.

What makes Are We Having Fun Yet? by Black notable?

The album featured the hit single 'Wishing You Were Here,' which received significant airplay and contributed to Black's recognition in the early 90s pop scene. Its commercial performance helped solidify Black's place within the new wave genre, while the album itself was well-received critically for its lyrical depth and catchy hooks. Released in 1993, 'Are We Having Fun Yet?' was Black's sophomore album, following the success of his debut 'Amazing Things' in 1991. This album marked a crucial moment as Black navigated his developing sound and sought to build on his initial acclaim within the UK pop landscape.

How many songs are on Are We Having Fun Yet??

Are We Having Fun Yet? has 10 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·44:59

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

  • 1 Don't Take the Silence Too Hard Standout 4:18
  • 2 Swingtime Standout 5:33
  • 3 Wishing You Were Here Standout 4:42
  • 4 Leaving Song 3:44
  • 5 That's Just Like Love 3:49
  • 6 Ave Lolita 5:26
  • 7 Wish the World Awake 3:56
  • 8 Paper Crown 5:13
  • 9 Change Your Mind 3:57
  • 10 To Take a Piece 4:17

Release Date

January 1, 1993

Genre

new wave

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

44 min 59 sec