Tears for Fears Albums Ranked

Tears for Fears are an English pop-rock band formed in Bath, England, in 1981 by Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith. Founded after the dissolution of their first band, the mod-influenced Graduate, Tears for Fears was initially associated with the new wave synthesizer bands of the early 1980s. Later, the band branched out into more mainstream pop and attained international chart success. Tears for Fears were part of the MTV-driven Second British Invasion of the US. Here are all of the Tears for Fears Albums Ranked.

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9. Saturnine Martial & Lunatic (1996)

“It’s eccentric to say the least, but, wow, I adore this album. If you don’t like odd instrumentals, don’t bother. But if you’re a huge Tears for Fears fan, to see the beginnings of certain songs before turning into another song and to listen to some great catchy songs that never made it on to the main albums, this the album for you. This album has stood the test of time for me as a TFF’s fan.”

8. Secret World (2006)

“All of their best tracks are featured and, although there’s only five of them in the band onstage, they seem to have no difficulty in producing the wide-screen sound of the album – or, indeed “Seeds of Love”, whose title track features a production that’s almost Spectoresque in its scope (if I hadn’t heard them do it live, I’d’ve suspected that some extensive post-production had been invoked). It all sounds good, so it’s a shame to hear Curt Smith’s pitch wavering somewhat in places (I remember this happening in concert as well, particularly on his nice solo number “Snow Hill”), which jars oddly with the sumptuous backing.”

7. Tears Roll Down (Greatest Hits 82-92) (1992)

“Their best hits are on this album, including “Sewing The Seeds of Love” which sounds like it was inspired by the Beatles. Great music, here. The only knock on the release is the boring sleeve. It’s nothing more than simple, plain white pages with boring black ink, providing info about the band, info about releases and lyrics. Boring insert aside, this is a must-have album!”

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6. Everybody Loves A Happy Ending (2004)

“This album is excellent and has a lot of energy. If you like TFF’s 1980s music you will probably enjoy this record. Over time, the songs grow on you. For some reason, most critics didn’t like the album, but I concluded a long time ago that most professional rock critics are clueless. The only rock guide I trust these days is Colin Larkin’s “The Encyclopedia of Popular Music.” 

5. Raoul And The Kings Of Spain (1995)

“It is worth taking the time to listen to the whole album as one track fits nicely with the next and there is simply not one dull second on this album. Having said this, I would still like to emphasize a few tracks. The title track “Raoul and the Kings of Spain” is a thriller of a Night-song. Forget the sunny video if you have seen it, and try this: Put on jogging shoes late at night.”

4. Elemental (1993)

“Elemental really grows on you. Orzabal really showed that he was a genius with The Seeds Of Love. With Elemental, he continued to display his incredible talent. The man has an exceptional voice, and is an amazing musician and songwriter on top of that. I especially enjoy the title track, break it down again, power, and goodnight song. A good mix of beatles infused pop rock, their trademark pop sound, and even some experimental tracks. Yes it’s missing Curt Smith, but make no mistake about it- this isn’t a solo album, it’s a Tears For Fears album.”

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3. The Seeds Of Love (1989)

“The Seeds of Love shows Curt Smith and Roland Orzabal reaching their musical peak. Also worth noting is the inclusion of then unknown gospel singer Oleta Adams, whose soulful vocals added another great dimension to their sound. The song that everyone knows here is “Sowing the Seeds of Love”, a brilliant track that may be the most complex hit single of recent times. From its Beatlesque arrangements and intelligent lyrics to the soaring vocals of both Orzabal and Smith, this, along with “Everybody Wants to Rule the World” and “Shout”, is among the best songs penned in the `80s.

2. The Hurting (1983)

“THey both play the main instrumentation – keyboards, bass and guitar – and do it quite well. On this particular disc they remind me of a more experimental King Crimson with not as much jazz, if any at all. I never haerd any other of their albums but, after purchasing this one, I will be purchasing the deluxe edition of The Big Chair. I really love this record and especially Pale Shelter, Mad World,THe Hurting and of course, The Prisoner.”

1. Songs From The Big Chair (1985)

“Songs From the Big Chair was a giant leap forward for the band in every way. The first album really was almost all synth and drum machine, even if in service to dark lyrics. Here, to multiple synthesizers and drum machines they added real drums, multiple guitars, saxophone, and organ in many layers of sound. There’s layers upon layers of things going on in the new sound of Tears For Fears, especially in numbers like Shout, The Working Hour and Head Over Heels.”