Being Funny in a Foreign Language is the fifth studio album from English indie rock band The 1975, released in 2022 on Dirty Hit. Marking a deliberate shift in direction, the album finds the band embracing restraint for the first time in their career, delivering their most focused and cohesive record to date. Produced in close collaboration with renowned producer Jack Antonoff alongside longtime creative partners Matty Healy and George Daniel, it stands as a defining moment in the band's evolution.
Where previous albums leaned into sprawling, maximalist ambition, Being Funny in a Foreign Language strips things back to the core of what makes The 1975 so compelling — infectious hooks, lush '80s-influenced guitar tones, punchy drums, and a warmth that feels both nostalgic and utterly modern. Anchored by a central theme of empathy, the album is remarkably tight, with every track earning its place and contributing to a singular, resonant whole. It's a record that showcases a band at the height of their songwriting craft.
- Format: Vinyl
- Color Vinyl
- Label: Dirty Hit
- Genre: Rock, Pop
- Release Date: 08/21/2026
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TRACKS
A1. The 1975
A2. Happiness
A3. Looking For Somebody (To Love)
A4. Part Of The Band
A5. Oh Caroline
B1. I'm In Love With You
B2. All I Need To Hear
B3. Wintering
B4. About You
B5. When We Are Together
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