To Thine Self Be True

Chumbawamba

To Thine Self Be True

RELEASED: January 01, 1985
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Rock ’n’ Roles 3:31 2. Multinationals 4:08 3. Work 3:44 4. This Wood 0:51 5. My Body 2:28 6. Menwith Hill 3:28 7. Ignorance Kills 2:07 8. Manual 2:16 9. Rape 2:11 10. Trafalgar Square 3:10 11. Telly (extended version) 3:19 12. Lies 3:29
Historical Archive
To Thine Self Be True is the second studio album by English band Chumbawamba, released in 1990. The album is notable for its eclectic mix of musical styles, including punk rock, folk, and dance, which reflects the band's diverse influences and commitment to social and political themes. The lyrics often address issues of self-identity, empowerment, and resistance against authority, showcasing the band's activist ethos. Though not as commercially successful as their later album 'Tubthumper', 'To Thine Self Be True' contributed to the band's reputation for blending music with socio-political commentary.