This Is Not A Love Song – PiL* – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Public Image Ltd. (PiL), led by the ever-provocative John Lydon, delivered a seismic jolt to the post-punk landscape with “This Is Not A Love Song.” Released in 1983, the track stands as a wry, sardonic commentary on pop conventions and commercialism, all wrapped in a groove-heavy, genre-bending package. This release marked a pivotal moment for PiL, bridging their abrasive early sound with a newfound embrace of funk and dance rhythms, challenging both critics and fans to recalibrate their expectations. The title track’s insistent bassline and Lydon’s unmistakable sneer playfully undermine the very concept of the love song, turning irony into an art form. This single isn’t just a PiL milestone—it’s a snapshot of a band refusing to be pigeonholed, unafraid to experiment while remaining fiercely intelligent. For vinyl collectors and music lovers who appreciate music that defies easy categorization, “This Is Not A Love Song” is more than a classic cut; it’s a bold artistic statement that remains as fresh and confrontational as the day it was released. Essential for anyone tracing the evolution of rock into new, uncharted territories.

Track List:
A1 – This Is Not A Love Song – 4:36
A2 – Blue Water – 3:46
B1 – This Is Not A Love Song (Re-remixed Version) – 4:33
B2 – Public Image – 2:58