Coup de Grace

The Stranglers

Coup de Grace

RELEASED: October 26, 1998
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. God Is Good 4:02 2. You Dont Think That What You've Done Is Wrong 3:12 3. Tonight 3:18 4. Jump Over My Shadow 4:31 5. Miss You 5:04 6. Coup de Grace (S-O-S) 3:24 7. In the End 3:14 8. No Reason 5:15 9. Known Only Unto God 4:40 10. The Light 5:59
Historical Archive
Coup de Grace is the sixth studio album by the English rock band The Stranglers, released in 1990. The album showcases a blend of rock, punk, and new wave elements, continuing the band's evolution from their earlier, more aggressive sound. It features a darker and more mature lyrical approach, with themes of love, loss, and existential reflection. The album includes standout tracks such as '96 Tears' and 'All Day and All of the Night', which highlight the band's ability to craft compelling melodies alongside their trademark edgy instrumentation. Over the years, Coup de Grace has garnered a cult following and is often regarded as one of the band's significant works, marking a transition into the 1990s while still retaining their distinctive style.