In keeping with the album's title, inspired by the pregnant state of the duo, Shakespear's Sister's second album is prone to mood swings and a flair for the dramatic.
It's a vibe that benefits from the contrast between the throaty vocals of Siobahn Fahey and the falsetto flutter of Marcella Detroit.
Hormonally Yours is a wonderful, charming album marred only by a few weak lyrics.
Still, there is hardly a song that isn't engaging from the first listen.
"Goodbye Cruel World" is infectious alternative pop.
"I Don't Care" is bouncy and resilient, and "Let Me Entertain You" has a new wave feel and sardonic lyrics.
"Catwoman" has a T.
Rex swagger to it and "Hello (Turn Your Radio On)" is a stellar glam-tinged ballad with a dreamy chorus.
They edge closer to dance on the disco ball funk of "Are We in Love Yet?" and the sultry, R&B-laced "Emotional Thing." Everything was lost in the wake of the lovely, dramatic "Stay," a global smash.
It all adds up to make Hormonally Yours a beautifully quirky, emotionally rich, and nearly flawless pop record.