Time (Time album)

Time is a double concept album by the British rock band Electric Light Orchestra (ELO), released in 1981. It is their ninth studio album and a narrative-driven work centered on a man from 1981 who is unwittingly transported to the year 2095.

The album explores themes of isolation, displacement, technological advancement, and the potential loss of human connection in a futuristic society. The protagonist grapples with his inability to return to his own time and his struggle to understand the unfamiliar world around him.

Musically, Time represents a blend of ELO's signature orchestral rock sound with elements of new wave and synth-pop, reflecting the band's experimentation with synthesizers and electronic instrumentation during this period. Keyboards play a prominent role, creating a futuristic and atmospheric soundscape.

The album features several hit singles, including "Hold On Tight," "Twilight," and "The Way Life's Meant to Be." Time was a commercial success, reaching number one in several countries and becoming a platinum-selling album.

The storyline is presented through the album's lyrics, which depict the protagonist's experiences and emotional journey as he navigates the unfamiliar landscapes of the future. The album concludes with a sense of unresolved longing and a lingering question about the possibility of returning to the past.