The Communards
The Collection
Track Listing
1. Don’t Leave Me This Way Meaning 4:50 2. So Cold the Night 4:40 3. There’s More to Love Than Boy Meets Girl Meaning 3:51 4. You Are My World Meaning 4:28 5. Tomorrow Meaning 4:48 6. Matter of Opinion 4:28 7. Heavens Above Meaning 4:01 8. Lovers and Friends Meaning 4:18 9. Reprise 5:24 10. Sanctified Meaning 2:35 11. Victims Meaning 4:33 12. For a Friend 5:04 13. I Just Want to Let You Know 3:25 14. If I Could Tell You Meaning 4:17 15. Disenchanted 12″ Mix 6:09 16. Never Can Say Goodbye Meaning 4:26Historical Archive
The Collection is a retrospective compilation album by the British synth-pop duo The Communards, showcasing their unique blend of pop, dance, and soul music. Released in 1991, the album features their most notable hits, including 'Don't Leave Me This Way,' which exemplifies their energetic sound and socially conscious lyrics. The duo, consisting of Jimmy Somerville and Richard Coles, gained acclaim for their ability to merge catchy melodies with themes of love and acceptance, especially within the LGBTQ+ community. The album serves as a testament to their influence in the music scene during the 1980s and early 1990s, solidifying their legacy as pioneers of the genre.