Lou Reed

Berlin

Fuck you, Lou Reed. Fuck you for making this album. I hate it. It's so fucking beautiful but has such a heart-wrenching story that every single time I hear it I end up feeling depressed for the rest of the day. Fuck you.

After producer Bob Ezrin told Reed that he wanted him to flesh out one of his stories more, Reed decided to take one of his best solo songs up to that point - Berlin - and turn it into its own concept album. The result is a jaw-dropping, gorgeous rock opera with which tells ... read more

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I wouldn't argue with anyone who would declare this as Lou Reeds best. It has some great arrangements, solid story continuity, potent lyrics, and performances. What keeps me from considering this his best is just that I don't find the melodic writing to be nearly as tuneful and memorable as the record that came before it. Sure, "The Transformer" isn't as ambitious in it's conceptual approach but the songs just have more of a lasting impact, there's a simplicity within that and it just ... read more

"Berlin" is a concept album that tells the story of a couple's tumultuous relationship and their descent into despair. It's a deeply personal and introspective work that tackles themes of addiction, depression, and heartbreak.

One of the major strengths of "Berlin" lies in its raw and vulnerable songwriting. Reed's lyrics are poetic and brutally honest, painting a vivid picture of the characters and their struggles. Tracks like "Caroline Says I" and "The ... read more