"Sex Over the Phone" is the ninth studio album by the Village People, released in 1985. This album marked a departure from the band's earlier disco-driven sound, incorporating a more electronic and dance-oriented style that was reflective of the mid-1980s music trends. The group was known for their campy and flamboyant style, and this album continued with that tradition, although it did not achieve the same level of success as their earlier works.
The title track, "Sex Over the Phone," was inspired by the rising phenomenon of phone sex hotlines, which were becoming popular at the time. The song's content and theme aimed to capitalize on this trend. However, due to its suggestive topic, the song was met with some controversy and was even banned on several radio stations in the United States.
Despite this, "Sex Over the Phone" found more success in Europe, where audiences were more receptive to its themes. The album did not produce the chart-topping hits that the Village People had seen in earlier years with songs like "Y.M.C.A." and "In the Navy."
"Sex Over the Phone" represented a period of transition for the Village People as they attempted to adapt to the evolving music landscape of the 1980s. The album, while reflecting the band's continued playful approach, also demonstrated their effort to remain relevant within the changing musical trends of the decade.
