Cupid & Psyche 85

Scritti Politti

Cupid & Psyche 85

RELEASED: June 10, 1985
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. The Word Girl 4:26 2. Small Talk 3:39 3. Absolute 4:25 4. A Little Knowledge 5:01 5. Don't Work That Hard 3:59 6. Perfect Way 4:43 7. Lover to Fall 4:12 8. Wood Beez (Pray Like Aretha Franklin) 4:48 9. Hypnotize 3:34 10. Flesh & Blood 5:35 11. Absolute (version) 6:12 12. Wood Beez (version) 5:56 13. Hypnotize (version) 6:35
Historical Archive
Cupid & Psyche 85 is the third studio album by the British band Scritti Politti, released in 1985. The album is notable for its blend of pop and sophisticated production, featuring a mix of synth-pop and new wave elements. The album's sound is characterized by its lush arrangements, catchy melodies, and witty lyrics, establishing Scritti Politti as a significant act in the 1980s music scene. It includes hits like 'The Word Girl' and 'Perfect Way', which helped define the band's legacy as pioneers of intelligent pop music.