No Jacket Required

"No Jacket Required" is the third solo studio album by English singer-songwriter Phil Collins, released on January 25, 1985. This album marked a significant milestone in Collins' solo career, solidifying his status as a major pop artist of the 1980s.

The album features a mix of pop and rock influences and includes some of Collins' most well-known hits, such as "Sussudio," "One More Night," "Don't Lose My Number," and "Take Me Home." Its upbeat, polished production and catchy melodies helped the album reach a wide audience. The album was produced by Collins himself, with assistance from engineer Hugh Padgham.

Commercially, "No Jacket Required" was a massive success. It topped the charts in several countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, and received positive reviews from critics. It won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 1986 and remains one of Collins' most critically acclaimed works.

The album's title, "No Jacket Required," came from an incident where Collins was denied entry to a restaurant in Chicago for not wearing a jacket. The cover features Collins' face in a close-up, which became an iconic image associated with him during this era.

Beyond its chart success, the influence of "No Jacket Required" helped set the stage for Collins' dominance on the music scene throughout the 1980s and early 1990s. It remains a notable work for its blend of heartfelt ballads and energetic pop tunes, encapsulating Collins' distinctive style as both a vocalist and a drummer.