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The Lexicon of Love

by ABC

Released: June 21, 1982

Disco, new pop, pop, new wave, sophisti-pop, dance-pop, blue-eyed soul, synth-pop, lounge

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Why This Album Matters

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The Album

"The Lexicon of Love" is the debut studio album by the English pop band ABC. The album is known for its lush production, sophisticated lyrics, and stylish arrangements, which blend elements of pop, dance, and orchestral music. It features several hit singles, including "Tears Are Not Enough", "Poison Arrow", "The Look of Love", and "All of My Heart".

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Interesting Facts

It has appeared on numerous "best of" lists…

It has appeared on numerous "best of" lists and was included in the 2018 edition of Robert Dimery's book "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die".

The album's success helped ABC establish a distinctive…

The album's success helped ABC establish a distinctive sound and style that would influence pop music throughout the decade.

Overall, "The Lexicon of Love" remains a significant…

Overall, "The Lexicon of Love" remains a significant and enduring album in the history of British pop music, celebrated for its innovative approach and timeless appeal.

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Essential Tracks

The Look Of Love

These singles all reached the top 20 on the UK Singles Chart, with "The Look of Love" becoming one of ABC's most iconic songs.

All Of My Heart

It features several hit singles, including "Tears Are Not Enough", "Poison Arrow", "The Look of Love", and "All of My Heart".

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Reception

It was released by Neutron Records on June 21, 1982, and quickly achieved critical acclaim and commercial success. Upon its release, "The Lexicon of Love" debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, solidifying ABC's place in the pop music scene. In the United States, the album was certified gold, while in the UK, it achieved platinum status.

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The Complete Album Story

"The Lexicon of Love" is the debut studio album by the English pop band ABC. It was released by Neutron Records on June 21, 1982, and quickly achieved critical acclaim and commercial success.

Upon its release, "The Lexicon of Love" debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart, solidifying ABC's place in the pop music scene. It also topped charts in New Zealand and Finland. In the United States, the album was certified gold, while in the UK, it achieved platinum status.

The album is known for its lush production, sophisticated lyrics, and stylish arrangements, which blend elements of pop, dance, and orchestral music. It features several hit singles, including "Tears Are Not Enough", "Poison Arrow", "The Look of Love", and "All of My Heart". These singles all reached the top 20 on the UK Singles Chart, with "The Look of Love" becoming one of ABC's most iconic songs.

Critically acclaimed, "The Lexicon of Love" has been recognized as one of the greatest albums of the 1980s. It has appeared on numerous "best of" lists and was included in the 2018 edition of Robert Dimery's book "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die". The album's success helped ABC establish a distinctive sound and style that would influence pop music throughout the decade.

Overall, "The Lexicon of Love" remains a significant and enduring album in the history of British pop music, celebrated for its innovative approach and timeless appeal.