That's What They Always Say


"That's What They Always Say" is a song by British singer-songwriter Chris Rea, released in 1989 as the second single from his tenth studio album The Road to Hell. It was written by Rea and produced by Rea and Jon Kelly. As the follow-up to "The Road to Hell", "That's What They Always Say" reached No. 83 in the UK Singles Chart and remained in the Top 100 for four weeks.

Critical reception

Upon its release, Music & Media wrote: "A strong follow-up to "The Road to Hell". A rockier number with a good dance pulse." In a review of The Road to Hell, David Law of The Charlatan commented: "The angry but soulful "That's What They Always Say" intensifies the despair, personalizing the plight of a gullible dreamer who believed the promises of politicians."

Track listing

7" single
  1. "That's What They Always Say" – 4:03
  2. "1975" – 4:30
12" single
  1. "That's What They Always Say" – 6:40
  2. "That's What They Always Say" – 4:08
  3. "1975" – 4:33
CD single
  1. "That's What They Always Say" – 4:12
  2. "That's What They Always Say" – 5:45
  3. "1975" – 4:39
  4. "Driving Home for Christmas" – 3:59

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