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Be Yourself Tonight

Eurythmics · 1985

43 min · 9 tracks · new wave · blue-eyed soul

An exuberant blend of blue-eyed soul and new wave, infused with empowering anthems and lush production.

Be Yourself Tonight is an album by Eurythmics, released in 1985. An exuberant blend of blue-eyed soul and new wave, infused with empowering anthems and lush production. 'Be Yourself Tonight' features the hit single 'Sisters Are Doin’ It for Themselves', which became a feminist anthem and reached No. 9 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. The album received critical acclaim, further establishing Eurythmics as influential figures in the 1980s music scene and contributing to the emergence of synth-pop and new wave genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Be Yourself Tonight sound like?

An exuberant blend of blue-eyed soul and new wave, infused with empowering anthems and lush production. Rooted in new wave and blue-eyed soul.

What makes Be Yourself Tonight by Eurythmics notable?

'Be Yourself Tonight' features the hit single 'Sisters Are Doin’ It for Themselves', which became a feminist anthem and reached No. 9 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. The album received critical acclaim, further establishing Eurythmics as influential figures in the 1980s music scene and contributing to the emergence of synth-pop and new wave genres. Released in 1985, 'Be Yourself Tonight' marked Eurythmics' fifth studio album and followed their successful breakthrough with 'Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)'. At this point, the duo was solidifying their status as pop icons while experimenting with a more soulful sound, showcasing Annie Lennox's powerful vocals alongside Dave Stewart's innovative production techniques.

How many songs are on Be Yourself Tonight?

Be Yourself Tonight has 9 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·43:34

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

  • 1 Would I Lie to You? Standout 4:28
  • 2 There Must Be an Angel (Playing With My Heart) Standout 5:24
  • 3 I Love You Like a Ball and Chain 4:05
  • 4 Sisters Are Doin’ It for Themselves Standout 5:58
  • 5 Conditioned Soul 4:28
  • 6 Adrian 4:34
  • 7 It’s Alright (Baby’s Coming Back) 3:48
  • 8 Here Comes That Sinking Feeling 5:40
  • 9 Better to Have Lost in Love (Than Never to Have Loved at All) 5:05

Release Date

April 29, 1985

Genre

blue-eyed soul, new wave

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

43 min 34 sec