Pet Shop Boys - Very

Originally released in 1993, Very marked a bold and colorful chapter in the Pet Shop Boys’ career. The album became a number one hit across the UK, Germany, Sweden, and Switzerland, eventually selling over five million copies worldwide. Its five singles, including the exuberant cover of “Go West” and the sharp, witty “Can You Forgive Her?,” reflected the duo’s knack for pairing sophisticated pop craftsmanship with striking visual flair.

In contrast to the introspective tone of their previous record, Behaviour, Very embraced brightness both sonically and aesthetically. The album’s vivid production, layered with buoyant synths and dancefloor-ready rhythms, showcased Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe’s ability to balance irony, joy, and emotional depth. The duo also took the reins as primary producers for the first time, with additional production and mixing by Stephen Hague.

Reissued as a double vinyl LP with a digital remaster, Very remains one of the most distinctive works in the Pet Shop Boys catalog, remembered as much for its inventive pop sound as for its unforgettable imagery—from the iconic Lego-patterned sleeve to the unforgettable “pointy hats” that became symbols of the band’s playful reinvention.