"Men and Women" is the second studio album by the British soul and pop band Simply Red, released in May 1987. Building on the success of their previous album "Picture Book," which included the hit single "Holding Back the Years," "Men and Women" further established Simply Red as a prominent force in the pop music landscape of the late 1980s.
The album features a blend of soul, pop, and funk influences, with lead singer Mick Hucknall's distinctive voice front and center. The production is polished and sophisticated, with lush arrangements and infectious melodies that showcase the band's musical versatility.
Highlights of the album include the singles "The Right Thing," "Infidelity," and "Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye," all of which achieved commercial success and received significant airplay on radio stations around the world. The album also includes a cover of the classic soul song "I Won't Feel Bad," which further demonstrates Simply Red's affinity for the genre.
"Men and Women" received positive reviews from critics, who praised its smooth production, strong songwriting, and Hucknall's emotive vocals. The album was a commercial success, reaching the top of the charts in several countries and cementing Simply Red's reputation as one of the leading bands of the era.
