What is the best UB40 album of all time?

By YPB Team

From socially conscious debut to reggae covers that topped charts worldwide, their discography spans raw protest and radio-friendly pop. The debates are fierce among fans old and new. Where do you stand?

  1. Labour of Love — ranked #11
    Labour of Love
    The 1983 landmark covers album that brought UB40 global fame, featuring Red Red Wine and other reggae classics.
  2. Signing Off — ranked #22
    Signing Off
    The 1980 socially conscious debut protesting unemployment and Thatcherism with raw UK reggae and dub.
  3. Present Arms — ranked #33
    Present Arms
    The 1981 politically charged sophomore album with a powerful anti-war message and dense roots production.
  4. Promises and Lies — ranked #44
    Promises and Lies
    The 1993 album featuring Can't Help Falling in Love, UB40's biggest-selling single that topped charts worldwide.
  5. Rat in the Kitchen — ranked #55
    Rat in the Kitchen
    The 1986 album showing UB40 at their most playful and experimental while maintaining reggae authenticity.
  6. Labour of Love II — ranked #66
    Labour of Love II
    The 1989 successful sequel covering more reggae classics, proving the covers format's enduring commercial appeal.
  7. Geffery Morgan — ranked #77
    Geffery Morgan
    The 1984 album containing their biggest original hit If It Happens Again and showcasing mature songwriting.
  8. UB44 — ranked #88
    UB44
    The 1982 experimental dub-influenced album that polarised fans but showcased the band's adventurous side.

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