Prefab Sprout's "Protest Songs" stands as a compelling collection that showcases the band's distinctive approach to socially conscious songwriting. Released during a period of heightened political awareness, this album merges intelligent lyricism with their signature sophisticated pop sensibility. The record features meticulously crafted arrangements that balance accessibility with artistic depth, delivering tracks that resonate both as radio-friendly compositions and as substantive commentary on contemporary issues. Essential listening for fans of thoughtful, musically ambitious protest music and collectors seeking albums that transcend genre conventions.
| A1 | The World Awake | 4:24 | |
| A2 | Life Of Surprises | 4:05 | |
| A3 | Horsechimes | 4:21 | |
| A4 | Wicked Things | 3:08 | |
| A5 | Dublin | 3:40 | |
| B1 | Tiffanys | 3:49 | |
| B2 | Diana | 4:09 | |
| B3 | Talking Scarlet | 4:32 | |
| B4 | 'Til The Cows Come Home | 4:12 | |
| B5 | Pearly Gates | 5:28 |
- Published By – Kitchen Music Ltd.
- Published By – SBK Songs Ltd.
- Recorded At – Lynx Studios
- Remixed At – Utopia Studios
- Phonographic Copyright ℗ – CBS United Kingdom Ltd.
- Distributed By – CBS Records
- Photography By [Photograph By] – Lawrence J. Bogle*
- Producer – Prefab Sprout
- Recorded By, Mixed By – Richard Digby Smith
- Songwriter [All Songs Written By] – Paddy McAloon
Printed lyric inner sleeve.