The Cure – Charlotte Sometimes (Vinyl 12" | DE Reissue | 1990)

The Cure – Charlotte Sometimes was released as a single in 1981 and is one of the band's most atmospheric songs; the title refers to Penelope Farmer's novel of the same name. The 12" maxi adds “Splintered In Her Head” and, on side B, a live recording of “Faith” running over ten minutes. On offer is the German Fiction reissue from 1990.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Fiction Records – 885 356-1
• Format: Vinyl, 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single
• Pressing: German reissue
• Country: Germany
• Year: 1990 (original: 1981)
• Genre: New Wave, Alternative Rock, 12" Maxi-Single

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Sleeve: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Charlotte Sometimes (4:15)
2. Splintered In Her Head (5:15)

Side B

1. Faith (Recorded Live) (10:33)

Personnel

Written by Robert Smith, Simon Gallup and Laurence Tolhurst. Produced by Mike Hedges and The Cure (side A) and Chris Parry (side B).

FAQ

Is this the original pressing?
No – the original came out in 1981. This is the German reissue from 1990 with cat. no. 885 356-1.

What is on the B-side?
A live recording of “Faith” running just over 10½ minutes – this edition does not contain an extended version of “Charlotte Sometimes”.

What does Media VG+ / sleeve VG+ mean?
Record and sleeve show only light signs of use. Details in our Vinyl Grading guide.

Do you have more maxi singles?
Yes, browse our 12" Maxi Singles collection.