Hysteria

by The Human League

Hysteria cover art

Following the colossal global success of 'Dare', the Sheffield outfit struggled with intense pressure and shifting commercial expectations during the lengthy recording sessions for this follow-up. The album introduces more organic instrumentation, including funk-influenced guitar work, alongside their signature synthesizer arrangements. While containing hits like 'The Lebanon', the record's political overtones and slightly darker mood polarized critics and fans alike.

Genres

  • Synthpop
  • New Wave

Tracklist

  1. I'm Coming Back
  2. I Love You Too Much
  3. Rock Me Again And Again And Again And Again And Again And Again (Six Times)
  4. Louise
  5. The Lebanon
  6. Betrayed
  7. The Sign
  8. So Hurt
  9. Life On Your Own
  10. Don't You Know I Want You