Manners & Physique
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| Released | March 12, 1990 2009 (re-issue) | |||
| Recorded | Spring 1989 | |||
| Studio | O'Henry Sound Studios, Burbank, California | |||
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| Length | 44:34 | |||
| Label | MCA MCA-6315 / Cherry Pop | |||
| Producer | André Cymone | |||
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| The Encyclopedia of Popular Music | |
| MusicHound Rock: The Essential Album Guide | |
| The Rolling Stone Album Guide | |
| Spin Alternative Record Guide | 2/10 |
Manners & Physique is the fourth solo album by Adam Ant. It was released in 1990 by MCA Records. The single "Room at the Top" peaked at number 13 in the UK and number 17 in the United States. "Rough Stuff" (US) and "Can't Set Rules About Love" (UK) were released afterwards.
The album is dedicated to Ann Marie Dollard, Ant's "Dear Friend", 1956-1988. Dollard was Ant's acting agent who was killed in a riding accident.
In 2009, the album was re-released with remastered and bonus tracks.
The album peaked at No.19 in the UK and No.57 on the Billboard 200.