Labour of Love

by UB40

Labour of Love cover art

Originally conceived as a tribute to their favorite Jamaican artists, this collection of covers unexpectedly propelled the Birmingham group to massive international stardom. 'Labour of Love' features slick, highly accessible reggae-pop reinterpretations of classic rocksteady tracks, most notably Neil Diamond's 'Red Red Wine.' The smooth, synthesizer-tinged arrangements successfully introduced Caribbean rhythms to a vast mainstream pop audience.

Genres

  • Pop Reggae
  • Lovers Rock

Tracklist

  1. Cherry Oh Baby
  2. Keep On Moving
  3. Please Don't Make Me Cry
  4. Sweet Sensation
  5. Johnny Too Bad
  6. Red Red Wine
  7. Guilty
  8. She Caught The Train
  9. Version Girl
  10. Many Rivers To Cross