Cruel to Be Kind

Brinsley Schwarz

Cruel to Be Kind

RELEASED: June 01, 2004
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Surrender to the Rhythm 3:36 2. Range War 2:23 3. Silver Pistol 3:21 4. Nervous on the Road (But Can't Stay at Home) 4:54 5. You Can Never Tell 3:36 6. Egypt 5:10 7. Ju Ju Man 4:22 8. Home in My Hand 3:20 9. Rocking Chair 2:12 10. Do the Cod (The Thirty Pounder) 2:21 11. Hooked on Love 2:59 12. Why Do We Hurt the One We Love 4:06 13. Don't Lose Your Grip on Love 4:48 14. I'm Gonna Make You Love Me 6:58 15. Wait 4:54 16. We Can Mess Around With Anything but Love 3:10 17. Cruel to Be Kind 3:04 18. Cried My Last Tear 2:36 19. Give Me Back My Love 3:16
Cruel to Be Kind is an album by Brinsley Schwarz, released in 1978. The album blends elements of rock, country, and pop, showcasing the band's ability to write catchy melodies and clever lyrics. The title track, 'Cruel to Be Kind,' became a hit and is often regarded as one of the standout songs of the late 1970s. The band's sound is characterized by harmonious vocals and a mix of electric and acoustic instrumentation, which contributes to its timeless quality.