I agree, although I thought It’s Hard was more Pete coming to terms with aging and that the youth banner he’d dropped in favor of introspective whining in the 70’s was being picked up again in light of what you learn as you gain experience.
I have no evidence of this, but such songs as “Why did I fall for that,” “A man is a man,” and of course “Cry if you want,” all play into that scenario quite well. Also “It’s your turn” is a challenge to the snot nosed kids coming up through the rock ranks.
Other than Kenney’s drumming, I think it’s their best album since Quadrophenia. I was disappointed that, now that Pete seemed to have some direction again, he proceeded to quit. Well, the “first” quit...
cheers
Jim
I think though “White City” is one of his best. I would have killed to see him on that tour with Dave Gilmour.