Look Sharp!

Reissued Compact disc / 1979 debut album / Includes hit single “Is She Really Going Out With Him” / Top 20 album in UK album chart / Look Sharp! is Joe Jackson’s debut album and one of the defining releases of the new wave era. It is characterized by biting lyrics, catchy melodies and energetic arrangements. The album captures the tension of urban life, romantic disillusionment, and cultural critiques, all delivered with a mix of punk aggression and pop sensibility. Joe Jackson emerged during the late 1970s new wave movement and is known for his eclectic style, spanning genres such as pop, punk, jazz, reggae and classical music. He is often compared to artists like Elvis Costello and Graham Parker for his sharp lyrics and versatility. Over his career, Jackson has released more than 20 studio albums, showcasing a willingness to reinvent his sound and challenge expectations. The album was a commercial success, peaking at No. 20 on the UK Albums Chart. Key tracks on Look Sharp! include “Is She Really Going Out With Him?,” “Fools in Love,” “Sunday Papers,” and “Look Sharp!” / Tracklist: 1. One More Time 2. Sunday Papers 3. Is She Really Going Out With Him? 4. Happy Loving Couples 5. Throw It Away 6. Baby Stick Around 7. Look Sharp 8. Fools In Love 9. (Do The) Instant Mash 10. Pretty Girls 11. Got The Time

1: One More Time
2: Sunday Papers
3: Is She Really Going Out With Him?
4: Happy Loving Couples
5: Throw It Away
6: Baby Stick Around
7: Look Sharp!
8: Fools in Love
9: (Do The) Instant Mash
10: Pretty Girls
11: Got the Time

Number of Discs: 1

Producer: David Kersenbaum

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