Read My Lips (Tim Curry album)

Read My Lips is the debut studio album by English actor and singer Tim Curry, released in 1978 by A&M Records. The album showcases Curry's vocal talent and flamboyant persona, incorporating elements of rock, pop, and theatrical influences.

The album features a diverse range of musical styles, from the hard-rocking "Birds of a Feather" to the soulful ballad "Sloe Gin." Other notable tracks include "I Do the Rock," which became a minor hit, and "Sweet Transvestite," a re-recording of the song he originally performed in The Rocky Horror Show.

Read My Lips received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising Curry's vocal performance and theatrical flair, while others found the album inconsistent in its musical direction. Commercially, the album did not achieve significant success, although it remains a cult favorite among Curry's fans. The album is considered a strong representation of Curry's unique artistic identity during that period of his career.