The Falls fourth studio album Perverted by Language was released in 1983 and features some of The Falls most renowned tracks, such as “Eat Yself Fitter”.

The albums sound is characterized by its sharp and angular post-punk guitar riffs, driven by a heavy bass and drums rhythm section, all layered with Mark E. Smiths distinctive vocals.

Lyrically, Perverted by Language deals with themes of alienation, disorder, and the unpredictability of modern life. Smiths idiosyncratic and cryptic wordplay, including his penchant for inventing new words and phrases, adds to the albums overall sense of unease and dislocation.

Despite its challenging sound and lyrics, Perverted by Language is considered by many critics and fans to be one of The Falls finest albums, showcasing the band at the