The Cure frontman Robert Smith, in a recent interview featured on the Songs Of A Lost World website, revealed his carefully curated playlist of favorite tracks from each of the band’s albums. These songs, chosen by Smith himself, reflect the depth and evolution of The Cure’s sound over the decades.
Fans were delighted by the insight into Smith’s personal preferences, as he handpicked the tracks he would assemble if he were to create a Cure album today.
Robert Smith reveals his favorite The Cure songs
‘Three Imaginary Boys’
Smith chose the title track from The Cure’s debut album, Three Imaginary Boys. This song reflects the raw, post-punk energy that defined their early sound.
‘At Night’
Taken from Seventeen Seconds, “At Night” captures the band’s shift into a more atmospheric and gothic direction, marking the beginning of the moody, brooding tone that would later become their trademark.
‘Faith’
The title track from their third album, Faith, epitomizes the somber and introspective soundscape The Cure perfected during this era. “Faith” is haunting and filled with melancholy, making it a natural choice for Smith’s list.
‘Cold’
From Pornography, “Cold” is a dark, powerful track that showcases Smith’s intense lyricism and the band’s deeper dive into gothic rock.
‘The Top’
For their album The Top, Smith selected the title track, a song that reflects the experimental nature of the album, blending various genres while maintaining a haunting atmosphere.
‘Sinking’
From The Head on the Door, “Sinking” stands out as a track that bridges pop accessibility with the band’s darker, more introspective sound.
‘If Only Tonight We Could Sleep?’
Taken from Kiss Me, Kiss Me, Kiss Me, this track is mystical and dreamlike, showing The Cure’s willingness to explore exotic and complex arrangements.
‘Untitled’
“Untitled” from Disintegration captures the emotional weight of the album. It’s an introspective, heart-wrenching track that fans often describe as quintessential Cure.
‘To Wish Impossible Things’
From Wish, this song is a bittersweet ballad full of longing, perfectly fitting Smith’s unique ability to capture complex emotions in music.
‘Treasure’
Selected from Wild Mood Swings, “Treasure” is one of the standout emotional tracks from an often underrated album.
‘The Last Day of Summer’
From Bloodflowers, this melancholy tune reflects the themes of aging, loss, and nostalgia. Smith’s choice of this track underscores the significance of Bloodflowers in The Cure’s discography.
‘Before Three’
Taken from The Cure (2004), “Before Three” is a personal reflection on relationships and the passage of time, showing Smith’s lyrical maturity.
‘The Hungry Ghost’
The final track chosen is “The Hungry Ghost” from 4:13 Dream. Its introspective lyrics and haunting melodies encapsulate the later years of The Cure’s sound.
Smith’s playlist reveals his strong connection to The Cure’s vast catalog, reflecting his personal favorites and the emotional journey he’s shared with fans over the years. These carefully selected songs demonstrate the breadth and depth of The Cure’s influence on the alternative music scene, further cementing Robert Smith’s legacy as a masterful musician and songwriter.
