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Brothers in Arms is the fifth studio album by British rock band Dire Straits, released on May 13, 1985. The album was a commercial success, reaching number one on the charts in several countries, including the United Kingdom and the United States, and was certified nine times platinum in the United States.
The album features a mix of rock and pop music with Mark Knopfler's signature guitar style and storytelling lyrics. The songs on the album cover a range of topics, including war, love, and social commentary.
The album's lead single, "Money for Nothing," was a massive hit, reaching number one in several countries and winning the Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal. Other popular songs from the album include "Walk of Life," "So Far Away," and the title track "Brothers in Arms."
The album was also notable for its use of the then-new digital recording technology, which allowed for a cleaner and more detailed sound. The album was one of the first to be released on CD, and it helped popularize the format.
Tracklist
| 1 | So Far Away | 5:12 | |
| 2 | Money For Nothing | 8:26 | |
| 3 | Walk Of Life | 4:12 | |
| 4 | Your Latest Trick | 6:34 | |
| 5 | Why Worry | 8:31 | |
| 6 | Ride Across The River | 6:58 | |
| 7 | The Man's Too Strong | 4:40 | |
| 8 | One World | 3:41 | |
| 9 | Brothers In Arms | 7:00 |