Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1

3.5

5/5. I was letdown with George's first album but this album is what good pop music sounds like. He stretches his vocal expertise, stabilizing himself into recognition. The melodies on each song are so easy going and beautiful at the same time. Hints of Freddie and Prince and Brian Wilson. The production is wonderful, feels like I am in a chamber hall with a small audience. It's honestly just so good and is a perfect length of time. I have no notes. Best Song: Praying For Time, Freedom! 90', Mother's Pride, Soul Free

I wasn't expecting much from this, and didn't really like Faith much at all when it came up on this list. But this was a lot better and more interesting than I was expecting it would be. It's clear that he took a much more serious approach with this, and the songs seem a lot more thoughtful. It's a pretty record.

Seems like a gospel album, loved the choir acts in the background. Was more of an album where he singled out certain components especially his voice and piano with the piano being involved throughout the album

Not a huge George Michael fan

3.5

A different, more soulful and somber type of pop I’m used to. Easy to listen to all around but a little downbeat for my taste

Two first songs are good - Freedom is awesome - but the rest of the album is mostly average pop. 3.4

The only time I’ve seen Len Houmous cry more than when George died was when his 18th son was born! They weren’t happy tears! 3.1

This is a reminder that George Michael was one of the great talents of the previous century.

Listens: 3 Stand out tracks: Praying for Time, Freedom! '90 Good variety of music styles in the tracks. This is not something I'd go out of my way to listen to, but I enjoyed the opportunity to hear it and was impressed by the music and lyrics.

Alrightish album, enjoyable but nothing crazy, fun beats and excellent vocals but nothing that will suprise the listener. Favorite track: Freedom 90!. Overall score: 5.5/10

It’s alright. Pretentious ahh title though

Like this album fav tracks Freedom Cowboys and angels Heal the pain

Oikeastaan pidin tästä, letkeä. On panostettu popiin ja ilmaisuun. Hyvin kasarikolina.

Kuuntelin ennakkoluuloisena - mutta vain hiukan. Artisti on niin lahjakas, että hänen mauttomuutensa tuntuu jollain tapaa luonnolliselta. Ja tosiaan, yksi kuuntelu meni ihan mukavasti. They Won't Go When I Go soi päässäni vieläkin. 2,5

3.5

Generic pop at its best but not unpleasant.

4/5

Great album

the vibe i'm getting is troye sivan for young boomers/gen x. highly recc the You're Wrong About podcast episodes on George Michael!

Un po' troppo pop e slow per il mio gusto. Non è chiaramente il mio genere.

This take me back to the summer of 1992, driving around in my yellow Rabbit with the windows down and this cassette blasting Freedom! It still resonates. Not sure if I'm giving this a 5 because of the nostalgia-value alone or because it is very good.

Mehhh its a cool album but not mindblowing. Just good music overall. Great voice and lyrics. Simply not his best album.

Not quite my taste but I respect it. 3.5

It's a bit uneven. There are plenty of songs that are actually very good - 4 star material. Songs that sound fresh and unique and really stand up 30 years later. Then there are songs that you can just feel the 80s dripping off of them, Like Soul Free. Overall, I'd say it's a solid 3 stars. I can recognize the quality without wanting to ever hear it again.

6/10…soft pop / mellow / easy listening

Really enjoyed this

1.0 I couldn't get through anything except freedom

A decent and melodic pop album. 7.8/10

George came through with a solid project with this one. I don’t think I’ve heard an entire project of his before and it was solid. You could hear him trying to usher in a different sound for the new decade and for the most part, I think he did a good job.

after looking into it i realized that george michael only came out nearly a DECADE after this album, which is surprising to me because in retrospect this whole album, the yearning, the themes of freedom and feeling empty inside/insecure, it was all over the place. anyways i miss you george michael you were a legend gone too soon MUAH

This sounds dated even for a record from 1990.

The singles were pretty good, but songs got pretty bad toward the end. Cheesy early 90s music, but George can sing

This was not good.

My mom is a fan of George Michael. I found this album enjoyable, though it didn’t particularly stand out for me

this album has made me prejudiced against george michael

I really wanted to like this one, but a lot of these songs dragged for me. There were a couple good ones, but the majority of this album just seemed like meh. Favorites were Freedom! ‘90 and Waiting For That Day.

3,5 arrondi en dessous, ça m'a pas marqué plus que ça

This was one of my least favourite listens since I stared. I presume some people like this, but there's a lot of ballads and not enough pop for a pop album. (23 known/42 new)

never really liked Wham! -- for me, the combination of the deeply cornball synths with George Michael's voice put me off. it was music that felt too plastic, too soft, and mostly just innocuous and sterile. i hate "Last Christmas", and "Careless Whisper" is fun for like two minutes before i'm over the steamy sax and histrionics. my favorite song of theirs is "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go", and it really shouldn't be. George Michael's solo career though? dude's an artist. "Listen Without Prejudice" is the rare (but still important) event of an artist known as a sexy heartthrob who fucks and fucks often saying "hey i'm actually more than a sex symbol". it's not slick, it's smooth, and the plastic is less rough PVC and more silicone, soft and malleable. i feel actual comfort here, even if it isn't all friendly. also, i never really got the connection to baggy's whole Thing and The Rolling Stones until he started singing "You Can't Always Get What You Want" at the end of "Waiting for That Day". kind of mind-blowing.

He references rock n roll like he is rock n roll but there's no rock and no roll anywhere here. Is he like MJ for white people if MJ wasn't black or white or MJ? Honestly never heard of this man. While listening, I kept thinking, what sort of white person in their prime during the 80s would I have to be in order to find this enjoyable. I only kinda liked Soul Free and that's it, everything else just mashed together in a plain arrangement of forgettable, half-pleasant sounds lacking any character, depth or artistic vision. Was this really on the radio? Which one of you white people made me listen to this shite before I die? 0 stars.

Enjoyable & nostalgic

It was...fine. Freedom! 90 is a certifiable banger, but nothing else rises to that level. 'Waiting for That Day' really just made me want to listen to The Rolling Stones.

Not my jam. Never was. The wife got worked up, but she’s not playing the game. 2 stars to hear her sing!

Welp. Glad that's over. Fantastic voice. Dumb songs.

Good album. Nice easy listening. Michael has a great voice and very distinguishable. No stand out song

I prefer funny, poppy, making-videos-to-troll-the-LAPD George Michael to this version that’s trying a bit too hard to be a serious artist. He can’t totally suppress those pop instincts though, so Freedom 90 is a banger.

Interesting with some good themes but overall doesn’t hit me

I listened with prejudice.

I love a Rolling Stones sample Edit Apr 15 2026: 4 --> 2. I don't like this super pop stuff that much. I still do like a Rolling Stones sample / lyric usage

Unfortunately this is no Careless Whisper. I did like Soul Free though

Best thing he ever did. What a voice.

3.5 really

A soulful and genuine record.

There is some interesting sounds on here. There were pieces that sounded very Disney. There were songs on here that reminded me of father John Misty. The talent is there but it never climbs out of decent into the quite good.

There is one huge hit in here in “Freedom ‘90” but outside of that the crossover appeal is low I think. No doubt he’s a talented singer and songwriter but the tortured lover/artist theme is way too prevalent here for me to really enjoy it. These are well written and interesting songs even if I don’t particularly want to listen to it all repeatedly. “Something to Save” has a nice chord progression, especially toward the end. “Praying for Time” has a great message and good lyrical content. The ending of the album got fairly monotonous but it was still listenable.

Limp Bizkit didn't cover anything on this album. I have not listened to George Michael before and only know the songs Freedom and Faith. I was not expecting a weird gospel/musical feel to the songs. It's interesting but not my bag. oh my bag.

I don't know if it's because being sick has zombified me, but while this was a solid album, nothing about it really lit me up. I think his sound is just so quintessential now that it's become normal to me. Round of applause anyway king

Don’t like this style of music, but it’s nice to hear a talented pop singer express emotion with some real instruments behind them. Great lyrics and well produced though some of the production did not age well.

# 423 : They've done a pretty decent job, it’s a good album, it’s enjoyable and fun overall, but drags out a bit. It's ok, but not 5 star material. Honourable mention : Freedom! '90

Freedom is good. Cowboys And Angels is a bedroom smoker, though it feels maybe a little too soft to convey a real emotional depth about sorrow. In general, this feels too saccharine, too flabby, and just not my speed.

One of the great vocalists of all time. This was good but likely wont be back so its a 3 for me.

The Greeks were right, it slaps.

Cool, but kinda… soppy? I dunno, some of it was great, though.

Без предубеждения послушать не смог. Но есть отличные номера.

Not a bad album, but it's another instance of how one fucking phenomenal song does not a good album make. This album has Freedom! '90 on it, which is a certified banger, but the rest of the album is fine, but nothing to write home about. Favourite songs: Freedom! '90, Soul Free, Heal the World, They Won't Go When I Go Least favourite songs: Praying for Time 3/5

Una piacevole sorpresa, ho salvato diverse canzoni nella mia playlist!

I’ve always admired George Michael’s musical talent. I have an emotional connection to his music as it will always remind me of my auntie who was a huge fan. This is a good record, “Freedom” was pivotal and I’ve always loved “Heal The Pain”. Lots of nostalgia value from listening to my Parent’s radio every day. “Soul Free” reminds me of Streets of Rage. The reverb becomes a little tiresome in honesty, not sure why it’s required on every track but that doesn’t really take anything away. Although I don’t love every track on the album and I think his “Faith” album is much better, it’s worthy of a 4 without question.

Possibly a 5, would have to listen again!

Boring, thin production, not enjoyable. Very bare and stripped back pop songs with so much reverb. Not good.

Always was disappointed that George never became the new frontman of Queen. Solo stuff is still pretty good though. 3.5 stars

The comfy voice from the big hits, in a more comfortable setting. The reverb and mix of the 80s is still there.

Was expecting more along the lines of Faith, but I guess it's not too bad. Nothing about it though says it's a "must listen." 2.5 stars.

Not his finest work. Freedom!90 is a great song and there are a couple other decent tracks here but shit like Heal the Pain and Soul Free were just kind of cringy. Not the pivot anyone wanted after Faith.

Not bad for someone that's trapped in the bottom of a well

Ok

Не зацепило но круто

Freedom 90 is a classic, the rest is filler.

Truly puts on a clinic here. No one but George Michael can move me to tears with just his voice, regardless of what he’s singing!

Mostly this is a pretty bland album. Freedom 90 is great, of course, and I quite enjoyed the jazzy Cowboys and Angels but, for everything else, I was just waiting for it to be over.

6/10

2 stars

A very preachy album that George Michael manages to pull off. Openers Praying for Time and Freedom '90 are life-affirming classics that carry a lot of the album, along with the epic Cowboys and Angels. Ended up feeling like a bore near the end but it didn't detract too much from the strongest songs. If I had to choose, Faith is generally a better album for introducing solo George Michael, with the rest being for anyone who wants to dig deeper.

aburrido

There’s no doubting that George was A Talent, but this isn’t any more than pleasant background music for me. Which is fine. Did I mention he used to go to the school near mine?

If Faith was his "I'm straight, honest, look at me being a ladies man", this album is definitely George showing his soulful side, and boy did I ever not realise how blatant Freedom was as a coming out song. I really liked the stripped back production on most of these, but it did fade into the background after a few tracks.

the classic singles are classic for a reason, but i don’t really need a full album, i’m sorry, just not my vibe 💔

I wouldnt go out of my way to listen, it feels made for radio, it is also extremely good and pleasurable

At first I was pleasantly surprised how much I was enjoying this album. However, as the album went on I started to get a bit bored with it. Still I think it's worth a listen. Some interesting messages in here, and "Freedom" is a classic. I might give it a relisten sometime soon to see if the rest of the album grows on me but for now it's a 3* for me.

An enjoyable listen. I can’t not dance to Freedom! ‘90 That said, I felt like each individual song was ~a minute too long. I prefer pop music when it is snappier and more structured.

shite

3.5/5

Did absolutely nothing for me

J’ai un peu Listen Without Notice, ma bad mon Mike

Freedom is good, but I didn’t care for the rest

Well now I have to watch the Wham documentary again! George seemed like a nice chap. This is good! Freedom is a banger and maybe I’d have liked a couple more songs to have that kind of energy if I was going to throw out a 5. Simpsons: Yes

It was alright.

I'm writing this a few days after listening to it, and the only song I can remember is Freedom, so the rest can't have been anything memorable.

Fantastic singer, fantastic songwriter and by all accounts a fantastic human being. One of my favourite albums, Praying for Time comes in there like a wrecking ball and just gets me pumped for the whole album. Freedom! 90 is just an incredible song. Love the album, love the man, George doesn't get enough love in my opinion.

Huh, knew nothing about this - bit cheesy on the nose but whatever the boys got pop sensibilities and it works well on the more acoustic arrangements. Same guy who came up with that sax riff from days of yore in his head as a teenager right?

Better than I expected.

Okayish

Une pop aux arrangements sophistiqués, capiteuse dans son interprétation, mais aussi teintée d'une sorte de douleur à vif. J'en suis très touchée. George Michael a vraiment une voix incomparable. J'aurais donné 4,5

this is good. very good. could i write poetry to this? n

For an album called "Listen Without Prejudice", there sure are a lot of young white people on the cover. I'm taking away a half-star for that. Seriously, though, this is a great Pop album. More mature than (the also great) "Faith", Michael leaves me wishing that we had been blessed with Volume 2.

George obviously has an amazing voice, but there's far too many ballads on here. 3 stars mostly from Freedom.

A deserving entry on this listed and generally underrated masterpiece from GM.

I get that he's a bit fo a prodigy, but at this point all i can hear from him in every single song is Last Christmas, and i think in mid january im not really in the mood for christmas, so this was a bit of a miss for me. im sure if i didnt have that connection in my head then i would have enjoyed this, but that connection is just a bit much for me...

I must confess I haven’t listened to a george michael album. obviously I know who the man is, last christmas is after all my favourite christmas song of all time, and careless whisper has one of the most recognisable intros in music, but I’ve only really been familiar with the hits. lyrically this album is a very intentional one. without a doubt there is a very conscious effort to highlight the lyrical content, a blend of strong consciousness on social issues, as well as michael’s experiences with love and heartbreak. his writing is from the heart and it’s no surprise he wrote every single track off the album, with all but one being solely written by him. personally, I preferred the socially conscious side, praying for time I feel is more relevant than ever today, 35 years after its release. the album was also solely produced by michael, which is why the production and his vocal performance are so intrinsically tied to each other. this album certainly is more mellowed compared to his prior hits before the album, again a very intentional choice, yet each sound he explores has its character and place on the album. my favourite tracks off the album have a more jazz club, intimate feel to them, and his powerful vocals just shine on them. when you look at it, this album just relies on its power, and michael’s every artistic decision for the album is influenced by that, which just makes the album aptly named. I think my only slight grievances with this album is that the production isn’t as clear on certain songs (though that could also be just a me problem) and the songs about michael’s personal experiences with love could’ve been even more raw and vulnerable, but considering his personal circumstances at the time of the album’s release, I don’t dwell on this too much. favourite songs: they won’t go when I go, cowboys and angels, praying for time, waiting for that day 4 ⭐️

Favorite Track: Freedom! '90

An album that deserves its accolades. Another gone too soon and treated badly during what turned out to be the end of his career. Talented man.

I did indeed listen without prejudice. The quintessential 90s album, a lot calmer than I expected. A pleasant surprise

I mean, I guess it's fine?

This is peak era for padding a record with one hit. Honestly this should just be a cassingle.

pretty much as good as this could have been imo. Not as good as some of the Wham stuff but still interesting. Drawback is the boring-ish instrumentals generally. Favourite songs: Praying for time, cowboys and angels, waiting for that day. Overall around 6/10

freedom 90! is such a jam. loved the whole album

кажется было интереснее (менее 80е) чем предыдущий альбом, но опять кроме фридома ничего не отложилось(

Damn this guy has a good voice. Thought this album was hilarious and simultaneously inspiring. The pingponging between rock and whining ballads was something. Good stuff :3 Fav Songs: They Won't Go When I Go, Freedom 90

pop rock sympa

Not my thing but I respect the talent

One of the dualities of this list is that you get to love artists you didn't think you'd like, but then get disappointed by artists you'd be meaning to check out for years. George Michael's back catalog appears to be full of uninspiring samey music as side from the hits. That's not Sony's fault.

I may be a little prejudice going into this one because this album snapshots such a memorable time in my life. I love this album and struggle to pick a ‘best track’ because there are simply too many to pick from. George Michael was such a talent and by what I have seen was also an awesome person. I listened to this all day!

I enjoyed this album much more then I thought I would - what a great voice!

The first two tracks here are amazing, and "Freedom" is one of my favourite songs ever, just a shame that Robbie Williams massacred it. The rest of the tracks wear a little thin at times, but the most astonishing thing here is just how incredibly human and fragile George Michael comes across, despite that heartbreakingly powerful voice. Very much missed.

Nothing remarkable here at all.

Βαρετο δυστυχως περα απο 2 3 κομματια που ειχαν καπως πιο ιδιαιτερη παραγωγη πχ φλαουτο και καποια catchy ρεφρεν.

That‘s Not mine, sorry.

Listening without prejudice is kind of a new one for me. When this album first came out, I never really put a whole lot of credit to George Michael. The album is actually is pretty good though. I agree that a lot of it for me, is passable. It’s very vocal jazz, which reminds me of the holidays. However, I respect that he really does take you to church on a few songs. Something to Save it is a very pretty song and he sings it beautifully. But, man Freedom: I forgot how good that song really is. I don’t think that I need this album, but I could probably definitely handle owning a best of George Michael.

It never ever crossed my mind to listen to a whole George Michael album. You gotta try everything once. I think this will be a one time only kind of thing (unless there is another George Michael album on 1001). Freedom is an all-time single but couldn't carry this whole album. Most of this was bland pop music that faded into the background. Heal the Pain did jump out to me and I enjoyed that one but the rest was just perfectly fine. I'll pass next time.

I’ve had cause to listen to Last Christmas quite a lot recently, and it struck me that the song is all chorus. I don’t know enough about Wham’s other songs to say the same for them, but it struck me that Faith is the same, all chorus. That’s what I think Listen Without Prejudice means, because for the most part these songs aren’t traditionally structured at all when George Michael was typically a Pop artist. But the problem is that about half of these songs are quite pretty, and half are quite boring and as such all adds up to being pretty boring

Knew one song on here. Feels like an album that you had to experience when it came out to fully understand. A little too slow for me. 2/5 Won’t listen again

Dosta bolje od faith meni

I really had to get through this

well "freedom" is a five star track, easy. i just wish the rest of the album sounded like it! there are a lot of ballads on here, which might be his specialty, but i grew tired of them very quickly. a lot of very long songs too. idk george! i respect it but i don't know if i like it, you know?

i tried, george. i tried to listen without prejudice. but after the first couple tracks, everything just became the world's most boring ballad. i am sorry, boy george michael. favorites: freedom '90, soul free

Sounds like every solo 80s album I can imagine.

Mehh

Unoffensive and safe.

Wow, this was so good that I went on to listen to the MTV Unplugged version too. I know George Michael, and am reminded again every Christmas. Faith is definitely one of my favorite songs of all time. But I had never heard this album, and I'm really glad that I now have.

Freedom slaps

I don't get the appeal. It's just kind of boring.

Listening to this now, I hear so much more gospel influence in the soaring vocals and soulful lyrics. I guess you gotta have faith. Freedom is a top 5 favorite song for me; it speaks to relationships but also political and societal concerns. The entire album is really achingly beautiful. I miss him.

The last solid George Michael album. I can appreciate that it's solid and has its audience but that audience is not me. I'm glad I got to listen to it most likely for the last time.

Sadly, this was a case of Prejudice Without Listening. I don't buy into the theory that George was some kind of pop genius. Faith was fun pop record, but I find his work generally quite bland and over-polished. Especially the 'serious' stuff. So gave this a swerve.

No apologies, the title said it all. Bloody love George, yep.

Freedom 90 is a perfect pop song though

Freedom! is just so iconic but most of this album is too sentimental for my taste and... uh, boring.

Freedom is the best song on here. A little slow and gospel-y.

Best George Michael album. Period.

Average

A lovely display of an 80s legend.

I enjoyed this more than I expected to (not that I really knew what to expect - probably a more generic pop sound). Not super consistent, but I enjoyed it overall. Favorite: Cowboys and Angels 3.5?

A little better than Faith IMHO. It was a bit more serious and acoustic, with less froth (apart from the very frothy Freedom, which is undeniably a good pop song). Anyway, yeah, above average pop from GM.

freedom '90 is good and george michael is cool, just needs more

Enjoyable.

lovely tracks that highlight a great voice

Loved it then; love it now

Good.

## In-Depth Review of *Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1* by George Michael George Michael's *Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1*, released on September 3, 1990, marks a significant evolution in his artistic journey following the monumental success of his debut solo album, *Faith*. This album is characterized by its introspective lyrics, sophisticated musical arrangements, and a departure from the commercial pop sound that defined much of his earlier work. Here, we will explore the album's lyrics, music, production, themes, and influence while also discussing its pros and cons. ****Lyrics**** The lyrics of *Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1* are deeply personal and reflective, showcasing Michael's desire to be seen as a serious artist. The lead single, "Praying for Time," addresses social injustices and critiques the apathy of society towards suffering. Lines such as "It's not a matter of who's wrong or right / It's about the way we live our lives" exemplify this theme of moral introspection and societal critique. Other tracks like "Cowboys and Angels" explore complex emotional landscapes, touching on themes of love and longing through a lens of vulnerability. The song's narrative portrays a love triangle fraught with unrequited feelings, showcasing Michael's ability to weave storytelling into his songwriting. In "Heal the Pain," Michael expresses a yearning for reconciliation and healing, both personally and universally. The lyrics resonate with anyone who has experienced heartache or loss, making them relatable and poignant. Overall, the lyrical content is marked by a maturity that reflects Michael's growth as an artist. He moves beyond superficial themes to tackle weighty subjects such as fame, isolation, and social responsibility. ****Music**** Musically, *Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1* diverges from the upbeat pop sound of *Faith*, embracing a more subdued and contemplative style. The album incorporates elements of jazz, soul, and acoustic music, creating a rich tapestry of sound that complements its lyrical depth. The production features lush instrumentation with prominent use of acoustic guitars, piano, and subtle percussion. For instance: - **"Praying for Time"** opens with a stark piano melody that sets a somber tone for its heavy subject matter. - **"Heal the Pain"** showcases Michael's vocal prowess against a backdrop of warm acoustic guitar and gentle bongo rhythms, creating an intimate atmosphere. - **"Cowboys and Angels"** straddles jazz and lounge genres with its smooth melodies and intricate arrangements. The album is characterized by its polished production quality without sacrificing emotional authenticity. Each track flows seamlessly into the next, creating an immersive listening experience that invites reflection. ****Production**** The production of *Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1* was primarily handled by George Michael himself, showcasing his growth as a producer alongside his songwriting capabilities. This self-production allowed him to maintain creative control over the project—an essential aspect given his desire to distance himself from the commercial pressures he felt during his earlier career. Michael opted for a minimalist approach in many tracks, allowing the raw emotion in his voice to shine through without overwhelming instrumentation. This decision reflects his intention to create an album that prioritizes substance over style. Critics have noted that while some tracks may lack the catchy hooks found in *Faith*, they reward listeners with deeper emotional resonance upon repeated listens. The album’s sound is often described as timeless—a quality that has allowed it to remain relevant decades after its release. ****Themes**** The overarching themes of *Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1* include: - **Fame and Isolation:** Michael grapples with the loneliness that accompanies celebrity status. He questions whether fame is worth the price paid in personal happiness. - **Social Responsibility:** Tracks like "Praying for Time" highlight social issues such as poverty and inequality, urging listeners to reflect on their roles within society. - **Love and Vulnerability:** Many songs explore complex relationships and emotional struggles, emphasizing human connection amidst personal turmoil. - **Self-Reflection:** The album serves as an introspective journey where Michael confronts his identity as an artist and individual in a world that often demands conformity. These themes resonate strongly in today's context, reflecting ongoing societal challenges while also providing insight into Michael's personal struggles during this period. ****Influence**** Upon its release, *Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1* was met with critical acclaim but faced commercial challenges in the U.S., leading to legal disputes between Michael and Sony Music over marketing support. Despite these hurdles, the album has influenced countless artists seeking to balance commercial success with artistic integrity. Michael’s willingness to tackle serious themes paved the way for future artists who wish to address social issues through their music. The album’s introspective nature encourages listeners to engage with their emotions more deeply than typical pop fare allows. Moreover, its impact can be seen in contemporary music where artists like Sam Smith and Adele draw on similar themes of vulnerability and social commentary within their work. The album remains a touchstone for discussions about authenticity in pop music. ****Pros and Cons**** **Pros:** - **Lyrical Depth:** The introspective lyrics offer profound insights into personal struggles and societal issues. - **Musical Diversity:** A blend of genres creates a rich listening experience that showcases Michael’s versatility. - **Emotional Resonance:** Tracks evoke strong emotions through both lyrics and vocal delivery. - **Artistic Integrity:** The self-produced nature reflects Michael’s commitment to creative control. - **Timelessness:** The themes remain relevant today, allowing new generations to connect with the material. **Cons:** - **Commercial Performance:** The album did not achieve the same level of commercial success as *Faith*, particularly in the U.S., which may overshadow its artistic merit. - **Lack of Catchy Hooks:** Some critics argue that it lacks memorable hooks compared to earlier works. - **Heavy Themes:** The serious subject matter may not appeal to all listeners seeking lighter entertainment. In conclusion, *Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1* stands as a testament to George Michael's evolution as an artist willing to confront difficult truths through his music. Its lyrical depth, musical sophistication, and exploration of significant themes have cemented its place in music history as an essential work that continues to resonate today.

Freedom is one of the better George Michael songs and Soul Free was alright too. What an absolute slog to get through the rest of it though. The songs are way too boring, way too long and completely uninteresting to me. More than any other album I was waiting for this to be over.

A middling poprock album. I'll give George props for mixing up the styles, though his vocals came off very airy and weak sometimes. Didn't overstay it's welcome but wasn't the best while it was on. 3/5.

Starts strong but falls off quickly, it’s still good though

Sh*te

Of course Gearge Michael appeared in my playlists at the time. However, his music was always a little too sweet and too pop for me. So I didn't have particularly high expectations when I was presented with this album as part of this project. But I found the first track surprisingly good. It also sounded familiar to me. I remembered Freedom '90 very well and I liked it again after a long time. This album and George Michael will not be in my daily stream. But it was nice to listen to this album. 3/5

Good album. He had such a strong voice.

Some fantastic songs on here, but a few tracks hold the album back from a full 5 stars.

In one word - corny. In another - artificial. This album feels like it was made for the sole purpose of being as generic and marketable as possible, without really saying anything. It feels sappy and disingenuous as an album, and only exists to make money off catchy pop tunes. Not at all a fan

on the second song he says "i won't let you down, i won't give up". what the flip.

Cheesy. Not terrible, but I can't say I particularly enjoyed it either. Solid 2.

I enjoy this genre of music and this production style, these songs are just boring. There are a few standout tracks, the singles, but everything else is just wispy nonsense. "Doo doo doo doo, doo doo doo doo" over and over. Shallow. D

Great vocals but wayyyy too over produced and gets dull a lot. 6.0/10

Nope, not buying this.

Liked it a lot. Four stars.

Ehdin kuunnella huonosti, mutta ei vakuuttanut se kuultu.

This was a surprisingly great listen! The record flowed very well and there was a wide variety of songwriting. If George Michael set out to make a batch of more mature, more polished songs then I'd say he did it!

Best Song: Freedom! '90. It doesn't even matter that this song has become so heavily commercialized. Something about the naïveté of pretty boy George Michael singing a faux-gospel track about freedom is just pure dumb fun. Worst Song: Waiting (Reprise). Might as well be "Every Rose Has Its Thorn". Saccharine suck. Overall: Exactly one megahit song intermixed with a bunch of dated ballads. Half the songs feel like they're written with the express intention of having the audience wave their lighters in the air and sway.

This one is OK. Faith was more fun

The first time I heard “freedom!” Was on It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, which means that I can’t take it seriously. Like at all

In 1990 I was slightly disappointed with this GM album - had expected something as catchy as the songs on Faith. But the album got quite a bit better on repeat. Faith: 5 stars in 1987; 4 stars in 2021. LWP V1: 4 stars in 1990; 4 stars in 2024.

The first part, with the lovely Freedom!'90, is fun to listen. In the last part, the momentum gets lost.

Oh, George Michael, so dreamy. It's alright, I guess, but probably wouldn't listen to it again.

Freedom is great but the rest bore me. High 2

This was a great listen! I have never listened to George Michael before and I’m glad I did at this point in time so I can appreciate it.

George Michael's sound matured quite a bit compared to Faith. I'm also impressed by how the longest songs really don't feel long. Cowboys and Angels is gorgeous. Something to Save is also beautiful.

Na freedom zakt het wel af

Starts off really well, tails off at track three however. By track five I’m already wishing it was over.

mmm normal

Its vibey. Catchy stuff but I dont think im gonna revisit. Its just okay

Great album, it's a real shame I have a chance to discover George Michael's songs when he is no longer here. Amazing side A to the record, I loved every song on it, especially his rendition of Wonder's "They Won't Go When I Go". Beautiful songs, great lyrics, amazing voice. Side B is still solid and brings in few interesting tracks. Looking at it from the distance, it has to be the best album in George's discography. Let's look for vinyl now.

Han synger så godt. Ingen dårlige numre men heller ikke nogen, der kommer helt op og ringe ligesom Freedom ‘90. Godt flow i hele albummet - den kommer helt sikkert på igen En persons “kedelig produktion” er en andens “moden lyd” 👵

Foretrækker Faith i alt dens horny glory, synes produktionen var lidt kedelig på den her

Some okay pop-songs. No prejudice!

Oh hot damn, this is a nice surprise. Never got to hear anything other than the big hit, which was absolutely *everywhere* back then. It’s still fantastic. So is the video he directed. This is much better than I expected. His voice was so freaking gorgeous, I can’t help but miss him. Of course the music is a bit dated, but he sounds great. In the context of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, rampant right wing religious extremism, and constant pervasive homophobia, this was braver than anyone gave him credit for. It’s sincere and pretty. And that voice! I’m angry at how much I miss it. 4/5

Hard to Listen Without Prejudice when one can't the fucker.

ts sorta borring

I give him credit for trying to "reinvent" himself, but he should have gone back to the Faith formula. This one has some interesting moments (especially lyrically), but lacks the variety and energy of his solo debut. Highlights: "Freedom! '90" (mainstream version of the prevailing English dance sound at the time. Cool piano stabs. Interesting lyrics about his rise to fame, is he subtly coming out in the chorus?), "Something to Save" (strummy guitar pop with strings. I could picture Coldplay doing something like this) Notable: "Praying for Time" (not sure about opening with a dramatic slow jam), "Cowboys and Angels" (was he trying to get on a James Bond soundtrack with this torch song?) "Waiting for that Day" (interpolates "You Can't Always Get What You Want" into the end), "Heal the Pain" (I could picture Michael Buble covering this song)

Utter tripe …

am groggy and Bleh and not in the best mood for music. still rly liked this tho which makes me think i should revisit it some other day with a clearer head...very warm and glowing and soulful pop stuff with even kind of a singer-songwriter edge that i wasnt expecting from the guy i mostly know for the funny sexy meme song (granted that is culture's fault and not his). my fave tracks predictably are the big soupy comfy ballads, real fishbowl stuff i can just float around in, but even the ones with a harder rnb edge are mostly super good and hooky. i like how u can trace my level of mentally functioning based on how stilted my writing ab these albums is lol im sorry george u made good music u deserve better!!!

Most of this George Michael content was new to me -- I really enjoyed it!

Respect but will never listen to again

Good on ya, George.

Favorite Tracks: Freedom! ‘90 Something to Save Waiting for That Day

Not a fan. Found this one pretty boring and hollow

Meh, boring pop. Not BAD, just bland.

I can see why many people like this album, but it simply does not do anything for me. all the songs sound different and has a lot of emotion, that is great, but i dont like the dramatic and cheesy lyrics and sound

Fun early 90's pop album. It is a little too much for me to ever listen to this whole album again though.

Wayyyyy less horny than his last album I listened to and it made it wayyyyy better!! Awesome instrumentation all over this thing, he clearly knows how to let others shine when it's their time and I think this album is so much better off for it. That being said his vocals are as crsip and clear as ever, really like the Stevie wonder cover too, one of my favourite ever songs.

Fab

Cool, chic, mod, introspective, and buoyed and balanced by an ever-palpable sadness, this is far more interesting than your average throwaway pop.

This was an interesting album. I'm not sure if interesting is good (but am open to it growing on me). The lyrics, for the most part, are pretty good. Michael's voice is good. It's certainly an ambitious project. The musical compositions are more of a mixed bag. This album tends to yo-yo between traditional, mostly acoustic, pop songs and melodramatic, overwrought tracks that are part Broadway and part lounge music. The latter songs tend to be overly long (though most of the songs could be cut down) and unfold in meandering narratives with no real chorus or hook. "Cowboys and Angels" is probably my least favorite track — it's way too long and has a cheesy, dated sound as if he was attempting to write a Bond song. "Waiting for that Day" seems to needlessly go out of its way to sample "Can't Always Get What You Want" by the Rolling Stones, and while it's a decent song, it probably could've been better with an original melody that doesn't make it sound as derivative. "Soul Free" is a really cheesy sounding new-age song that's somewhere between Madonna, Ace of Base, and John Tesh. The best songs are here are the acoustic guitar ones: "Freedom," "Something to Save," "Heal the Pain," "Waiting (Reprise)" 3/5

cowboys and angels baaaaaya iyi

Pop de George Michael. Un megahit. No está mal. Venga, un 4.

Bonico.

I did listen with prejudice given that I had Faith the other day and it was garbage. Having said that this wasn't as bad, you can hear lots of moments where this influenced the genre in the future.

First George Micheal album I’ve ever listened. Gotta say I liked it

The most interesting thing about this album is that I learned that the song "Freedom" was done my George Michael. I had no idea, and it was just a "huh, that's mildly interesting" type of situation. And it says a lot that *that* lukewarm fact was the most engaging thing to come out of this album

Surprisingly fun up front but it loses a lot of steam in the back half.

Freedom and couple of other good’uns think it’s worthy of a 3 to average out Craig’s 2

It’s not my bag but Freedom 90 is still a banger. 2.5 really

He has a great voice. I just don't like his songs. Favorite original song: They Won't Go When I Go (originally by Stevie Wonder)

Freedom 90 makes announcing to the world that you’re gay sound like a real blast. That’s a hard act to follow and the rest of the album doesn’t seem to really try. As a piece of art, the album itself is almost hindered by how infectious and upbeat freedom 90 is, because the listener can’t help but wonder where this energy is for the remaining fairly sedate 9 songs. Still, 3 stars for one of the best pop songs of the decade.

This took me a few listens to respect it and I truly sit between not liking this and finding it really interesting/cool Waiting for That Day was a cool track. Loved the ode to the rolling stones Heal the pain was great. Sounds like a paul mccartney track from the early Beatles days They wont to when I go was really neat. Dark, haunting, showed Michaels vocal control

This album is super gay and I’ll be honest I kinda dig it. Freedom 90 is deliciously gay. They won’t go when I go is really nice - has kinda an elegiac showtune vibe that I really enjoyed. Album drags a little and is slow later on but didn’t hate it

Hell of a voice but just a little too corny. Needs more Limp Bizkit covers.

Never the biggest fan of George. Some decent tracks on this. Bit too slow for me.

this is like a 3. a perfect 3. like just super in the middle, a 3.

Pre-listening thoughts: oh my god what a relief to get George Michael after yesterday’s monstrosity. It literally can only get better from there. Post/during listening thoughts: this is pretty much what I expected from having heard some of Wham! And some of George Michael’s solo work. I love Freedom! But every time I hear it I think of the High school reunion dance scene in it’s always Sunny 😭😭😭. I have in fact also heard They Won’t Go When I Go. WAIT the reason I’ve heard it is bc we just got Stevie Wonders original version!!! Wild omg. The vocal harmonies on this album are wonderful. Stones interpolation is awesome. This is a very sad, slow, acoustic driven album that I would usually be deterred from. But man these songs are striking a chord within me today. Really enjoyed this 8.5/10 DID I NEED TO HEAR THIS BEFORE I DIE: maybe? Fav tracks: Freedom! ‘90, They Won’t Go When I Go (great cover wow), Something to Save (crazyyyy three track run), Waiting for That Day, Heal The Pain Least fav tracks: I think Cowboys and Angels could’ve been like a min shorter. Same with Soul Free

Yes yes man was a genius! And this is a classic album

There are a couple of good songs on here. I really like the Stones cover and Freedom. Some of the other ones are also good, but generally this is just not something I would choose to listen to. I get the feeling that George Michael’s style is so different from anything else

Overall album is solid. While this isn’t my normal genre at all, GM is easily one of the better male vocalists of the last 50 years. But Freedom! ‘90 is a damn anthem. Great piano hook. All of it. Don’t even get me started on the video. Great stuff. Album without F! ’90 might be a 2.75 or 3. But because of it it’s a 4.

Jeg har det svært med for tykt hjerte smerte musik, også selvom det er en mand mister mand vinkel, så er det de samme følelser... Men der var alligevel et højde punkt, som dog stritter meget ud på albummet. Det passer faktisk bedre til Robbie Williams, men orginalen er nu også god. ( Freedom! '90 )

Brunch musik. Pænt og pænt kedeligt 🥱😴

I was by no means a Wham or George Micheal fan growing up in the 80’s but this album is special. Transports me back to my early twenties and being introduced to it by the then girlfriend and thinking, ooh this is not Wham Rap or Wake Me Up Before You Go Go, this is grown up. Beautiful voice, beautiful music and Waiting For The Day will always have a special place.

Probably not the follow-up to Faith anyone was expecting, and that’s absolutely for the best. It feels as though Michael is speaking directly to the listener, honest and unashamed, and it rules.

Decent, but not great.

🥱 adult contemporary

It was ok to listen too but not really what I expected. I guess I like wham more.

3+

A few of the songs on this album are enjoyable, but for the most part, I don't feel any type of way about this one. I can acknowledge that it's objectively good, but not really my thing. A lot of these albums sound the same to me...

This is some smooth stuff here, Cowboys & Angels straight up sounds like a Bond Title Sequence song. I'm hearing some maturing to his sound since 87's Faith which is nice. To be honest, I'm a bit starved for non-Faith album George Michael to begin with. This asserts that a deeper dive into the man's catalogue could be really rewarding. Dude has a lot of honesty and thoughtfulness to his songwriting that I find refreshing. He went on such a long independent journey, finding himself again and again, only to have to make peace with who he's been all along. I feel lucky to listen along for the journey, from the rollicking Wham! days to a man of a certain age, pondering what it is to be alive on this planet to begin with. It's the beginning steps of this rabbit hole that you can hear him go down, and thanks to Michael, it goes down real smooth.

I didn’t know I was a George Michael fan until now! I knew popular hits from him and with Wham and was surprised how much I enjoyed this album. It was interesting how many times I thought about newer artists I like having a similar sound throughout.

I’m actually very surprised by how much I enjoyed this album. George Michael wasn’t someone I would typically listen to when he was frequently on MTV - as I swung more into rock territory (and boy, was this man on MTV quite a lot back then). Of course, we all know the hit ‘Freedom’. But it feels like an outlier here; as if this was to get the radio hit out of the way because this is more of an acoustic/soul LP. Not that ‘Freedom’ is bad, it’s actually a banger. It’s just that there is so much more to the tracklist. George Michael legitimately has a great voice. His control was on point, he had a soothing tone, and his range was actually quite surprising. The best example of this is on the phenomenal cover of Stevie Wonder’s ‘They Won’t Go When I Go’. George’s lyrics are quite introspective, well written, and the man could pen a love song. He dabbles a little in politics, emotion dissection, and desperation. It’s surprisingly deep for someone I knew only for his solo and Wham! hits. He had a strong sense of melody to go with all this, too. I honestly couldn’t really find much to criticise. While I still wouldn’t consider myself an overall fan of George Michael’s work, I would recommend this to any fan of pop/acoustic music.

Really loved this

Overproduced torch songs, I'd imagine this would go down well at Tescos.

Gear: Fostex TH610 Artwork: 👙🩳⛱️🌞 🌊 Mix: 🆗 Musik: 🤩😳😟 Wertung: 👙👙/5

There was this one guy at school who really liked George Michael around the time of this exact album. And somebody later lent me the Ladies & Gentlemen compilation. None of it connect at all. George Michael has since grown into this somewhat odd figure in my head whom I sort of followed and who I have an appreciation of sorts for because... Well he had a huge influence on pop music, and the amount of hit singles he had with Wham! (and what incredibly hard to shake earworm each single is) is just astounding. So I felt well-prepared to do as the title implies - listen without prejudice (and don't you hate when there's a Vol 1 in the title and no Vol 2 ever happened?). And here's the long and short of it: Freedom! 90 is a great track. I skipped the rest of the first four songs. And then comes Cowboys and Angels, and the mood shifts quite a lot. The whole Symphonica stuff a few years before his death kind of makes sense. Songs like Cowboys & Angels or Mothers Pride shows his ambition. They also show where and how he saw himself. Problem is... I don't really have much time for the tons of symphonic albums pop stars did for a while. Also, he's just way too self-important. Then follows an incredibly sugary pop song, a song not quite as catchy as Freedom! 90, but with some funk nevertheless, plus a reprise - and that's it. So. Three decent tracks, a lot of ambition, but ultimately a really mixed bag for me.

Y'know, on its own I woulda given this thing a 4. It's really good, soulful pop, but nothing that really blew my mind. But consider that I played this album's cover of "They Won't Go When I Go" three times. That alone moves it up to a 5 for me, goodness. So, so good, goodness.

Never listened to much of George's music asides from the big Wham! hits, but wow, this album blew me away with its', just, everything contained into 40+ minutes. Hell of a 5 to give.

I’m at a 5. This is my first full George Michael album – obviously, I know the bigger hits and some of his Wham! stuff, but I knew this was the one that had Freedom! ‘90 on it, which is an all-timer track as far I’m concerned, so I was sort of expecting an album with that kind of tone. Instead, I got something that feels deeply introspective and much more serious / matured than most of his 80s work, and I’m not complaining about it – I love the direction this album takes, and while some might categorize it as moody or whiny, I think it’s a strong separation from his more poppy stuff to show his bigger variety as an artist. Obviously, people are still gonna play Careless Whisper or Last Christmas (or even Freedom! ‘90) more than they will most of the tracks on this album, but I think what’s here is probably deeply underrated in his catalog. I really don’t think there’s a bad track here – the only odd one out is Soul Free, which is a great fucking track that just feels like it’s on the wrong album, and doesn’t really mesh with the other tracks as cohesively. Regardless, I really loved this album; it’s sort of a shame that his career slowed down heavily after this, but it’s better that he slowed down to make music he was truly engaged with instead of trying to follow a sort of tour/release cycle that Sony was trying to box so many other artists into during the early 90s. This is an easy 5 for me to give, and it’s beyond deserving to be on the list. I gotta hear this MTV Unplugged half.

Is NOT listening WITH prejudice the same as listening without prejudice? Like a double negative? Well that's all George is going to get. If Freedom is the best song on this album, then I'm clearly not the target audience. Really. Increasingly disillusioned with this book.

als ekki galið. 3,5.

George, what a voice. Amazing control and musicianship. I was prepared to be blasted with sounds from the 90’s with this album, but wasn’t really. There’s jazz, some raggae beats, and the croonery stuff that all give this a timeless feel. I like the upbeat, tambourine-heavy songs better than slow melancholy songs, but I think this album holds up. 3.6

To get the full effect of what this album was trying to accomplish, I suspect one should be familiar with GM’s previous record and public persona. Unfortunately I don’t know it, so to me this was sort of self-indulgent and corny. He’s got a great voice and writes great songs – “Freedom” is undeniably awesome and "Soul Free" was decent – but this album didn’t hit with me. Still it's a bold choice when he was at his height, so kudos to him. 3.2 (“Heal the Pain” sounds like a vibe bite of Queen’s “Who Needs You”.)

Outstanding album. Lots of people have great voices, but not all of them know how to sing. George Michael knows how to sing. This isn't my usually genre, but I appreciate talent. Thoroughly enjoyed it. 5 stars.

George Michael had an amazing voice reminiscent of Freddy Mercury at times. Freedom is a banger.

Excellent stuff

I wanted to give this a fair shake, but it's just so whingeingly over-earnest and saccharine that I just can't take it seriously.

2.7

pretty fun

Enjoyed Freedom (obviously) and the 10 seconds of the stones. Not much else.

His Sign O the Times, pretty great record

I had only heard Michael’s songs played on the radio. This album was very good. He has a great voice. The music styles varied and he sang about some real life issues.

His cover of Stevie Wonder was great but a couple times he sounded like he belonged in a boy band which are not the best bands

This was a very nice listen. I had never heard any of George Michael’s solo work before and I’m glad I now have. His voice is incredible and sounds so, so good. The songs lyrically were divers, not just a bunch of feel good, sound good pop fluff. The Stevie Wonder cover was very well done. Overall this was just a great album. The only reason it’s not a 5 is that many of the songs, while they sounded really good, didn’t really connect with me. Otherwise very well made and sounding album.

overall I enjoyed this album-he really had a great voice & is able to show it in a few tracks. enjoyed the variety of tempos, and having some tracks piano focused & others guitar focused was nice too. pleasantly surprised.

Fine

What a voice. His music is dramatic and soulful and there really can only be one George Michael. Some of it is a little over the top and I prefer his upbeat hit on this album ("Freedom.")

Hilarious that he has to ask for the listener not to be prejudiced. I tried but sorry George, your music is lame.

mi è piaciuto forse un po' meno di Faith, ma comunque lui, la sua voce e il suo carisma rendono anche i progetti meno convincenti dei mezzi capolavori

The only album from George I had heard before this was the more-successful “Faith,” which I’ve never been a huge fan of, but after this album was included in Apple Music’s top 100 list instead of “Faith,” I decided to give it a listen. And you know what, I’m very glad I did. Hearing George in a more passionate and sensitive musical bag was a delight to hear, with tracks ranging from being powerful to straight up soulful and funky. There’s a great variety in this concise ten-song tracklist that widely extended who George Michael was after his debut album.

The credit card song! This was fine.

Pretty solid and ambitious pop album but not the 5 stars of the other George Michael album we heard. Freedom ‘90 was great.

I know a surprising number of George Michael songs

Ugh, what a magnificent voice. There were moments I wish he'd let it flourish a little more, but it's powerful and tender all at once, and when it shines, it really shines. I only knew Freedom! '90 before this (Christine and the Queens does a phenomenal cover of this song - the live performance from Global Citizen made me fall in love with the song, actually). I was happy to discover new songs to love as well - my favorite was Waiting for That Day ("My memory serves me far too well") and Waiting (Reprise) ("There ain't no point in moving on 'til you've got somewhere to go"). A couple of songs, such as Soul Free, really didn't do it for me, but I'm rounding my 3.5 up to a 4 anyway.

Some of his most classic songs in here, it’s a nice album to listen to.

Ахуеть, старина то мог и таких вещей наделать. Умный осмысленный поп. Никакого сексапильного саксофона

Less pop sounding than I was expecting. Quite enjoyed it

I thought half was decent and the other half was pretty boring

I’m so out of my wheelhouse with this one. Freedom is fine but it feels like it never ends. So like, the regular pop ballads kinda blend together and don’t feel great. I dunno I’m just gonna rate this 3 stars. It didn’t really stick with me but it didn’t really repel me.

Ait litt kjedelig

I just listened to this less than a month ago because Apple Music put it on their list of 100 best albums. I wasn’t impress then and am still not. Somehow, it’s more bearable, though. It depends on the mood I’m in, I suppose. If I’m not in a “heal the world, let’s all sing kumbaya” mood, then I won’t enjoy it as much. Also, I need to mention that what he does to “They Won’t Go When I Go” is a shame. It’s not bad, but doesn’t deserve to be on either list. 3/5

Not what I expected when I saw a George Michael album pop up, but I enjoyed it all the same.

I don’t think this album quite shows the amazing vocalist that he can be (except in few rare moments), leading to an overall quite boring album. There are however some great themes and messages passed upon in some of the songs

I'd never heard the full album. But I've heard half of the songs as radio staples. It's not surprising that the album was released in 1990. Half of the songs have the smooth groove of 1980s Sade. The other half of the album looks slightly forward to the hip-hop influenced pop of the 1990s. (You've heard that drum machine on thousands of songs since the 1980s.) But on the whole, Listen Without Prejudice doesn't sound particularly fresh or interesting. Faith is a far more vital album.

Decent 80’s pop, but sounded a bit dated for 1990. I ended up listening with prejudice.

A good bum, I liked Praying For Time, They Won't Go When I Go, Waiting For That Day and Mother's Pride.

meh.

zum Glück kein "Last... "

Rating: 4.5/10 Incredibly boring, at least Freedom is fantastic.

I liked this album much more than Faith. Less horny and just the right amount of 80's production. Freedom is a real banger of a tune, I've always loved when the gospel choir comes in for the chorus. Not a record I would choose to replay often, but from time to time, sure!

Started strong, but I lost interest pretty quick. Freedom! 90 fucks, but the rest I could take it or leave it. 2/5

George Michael really was that good, huh? The hits are timeless and the deep cuts are pretty decent, too. I even really like the Stevie Wonder cover. B+

4.5/5

If this album was a biscuit, it would be a plain digestive Not necessarily bad - just plain and not really anyones favourite 3 ⭐️

Day167 - one of my favorite albums ever and it has only gotten better over time

gearoge mickel from wham

Not my favourite album, still very solid

okay

Very good pop record, love some GM