Whiplash Smile

Billy Idol

Whiplash Smile

RELEASED: October 20, 1986
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Worlds Forgotten Boy 5:44 2. To Be a Lover 3:52 3. Soul Standing By 4:37 4. Sweet Sixteen 4:17 5. Man for All Seasons 4:39 6. Don't Need a Gun 6:17 7. Beyond Belief 4:02 8. Fatal Charm 3:43 9. All Summer Single 4:36 10. One Night, One Chance 3:54
Historical Archive
Whiplash Smile is the third studio album by Billy Idol, released in 1986. This album showcases a blend of rock, new wave, and pop elements, characterized by Idol's signature sneering vocals and anthemic choruses. It includes hits such as 'To Be a Lover' and 'Sweet Sixteen,' both of which contributed to the album's lasting appeal. The album reflects the mid-80s rock sound while maintaining Idol's unique style, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the era's music scene.