Talking Heads: 77

Talking Heads

Talking Heads: 77

RELEASED: September 16, 1977
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Uh‐Oh, Love Comes to Town 2:50 2. New Feeling 3:09 3. Tentative Decisions 3:08 4. Happy Day 3:55 5. Who Is It? 1:44 6. No Compassion 4:49 7. The Book I Read 4:10 8. Don’t Worry About the Government 3:01 9. First Week/Last Week…Carefree 3:21 10. Psycho Killer 4:20 11. Pulled Up 4:29
Historical Archive
Talking Heads: 77 is the debut studio album by the American rock band Talking Heads, released on September 16, 1977. The album is characterized by its unique blend of art rock, punk, and funk influences, marked by the band's innovative use of rhythm and texture. It features iconic tracks such as 'Psycho Killer' and 'Uh-Oh, Love Comes to Town', showcasing frontman David Byrne's distinctive lyrical style and vocal delivery. The album is often credited with helping to define the sound of the late 1970s and has been influential across various genres, cementing Talking Heads' status as pioneers in the new wave music movement. Its legacy endures, with critics often ranking it among the greatest albums of all time.