The Hurting
Tears for Fears · 1983
66 min · 14 tracks · new wave
A haunting blend of synth-driven melodies and introspective lyrics reflecting emotional turmoil and vulnerability.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions introspective emotional exploration haunting, reflective soundscapes
- Context
- Released in 1983, 'The Hurting' was Tears for Fears' debut album, establishing them as key figures in the new wave movement. Prior to this release, the band had gained some attention with their single 'Change,' but this album solidified their sound and set the stage for future hits.
- If you like
- new wave
The Hurting is an album by Tears for Fears, released in 1983. A haunting blend of synth-driven melodies and introspective lyrics reflecting emotional turmoil and vulnerability. 'The Hurting' received critical acclaim and commercial success, peaking at number 1 on the UK Albums Chart. It is often credited with influencing the alternative rock genre and was pivotal in exploring themes of psychological distress, resonating with a generation experiencing the complexities of modern life. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Hurting sound like?
A haunting blend of synth-driven melodies and introspective lyrics reflecting emotional turmoil and vulnerability. Rooted in new wave.
What makes The Hurting by Tears for Fears notable?
'The Hurting' received critical acclaim and commercial success, peaking at number 1 on the UK Albums Chart. It is often credited with influencing the alternative rock genre and was pivotal in exploring themes of psychological distress, resonating with a generation experiencing the complexities of modern life. Released in 1983, 'The Hurting' was Tears for Fears' debut album, establishing them as key figures in the new wave movement. Prior to this release, the band had gained some attention with their single 'Change,' but this album solidified their sound and set the stage for future hits.
Who is The Hurting for?
The Hurting works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, introspective emotional exploration and haunting, reflective soundscapes.
How many songs are on The Hurting?
The Hurting has 14 tracks, running approximately 66 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Hurting 4:19
- 2 Mad World Standout 3:35
- 3 Pale Shelter Standout 4:34
- 4 Ideas as Opiates 3:45
- 5 Memories Fade 5:06
- 6 Suffer the Children 3:52
- 7 Watch Me Bleed 4:17
- 8 Change Standout 4:14
- 9 The Prisoner 2:55
- 10 Start of the Breakdown 5:00
- 11 Pale Shelter (long version) 7:09
- 12 The Way You Are (extended) 7:43
- 13 Mad World (World remix) 3:42
- 14 Change (extended version) 6:00
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