Germany
1987- Label and catalog number
- Chrysalis 609 145
- Format
- 12"
Vinyl pressings
(Something Inside) So Strong
by Labi Siffre · 1987
39 pressings12 countriesDowntempoElectronicPop
(Something Inside) So Strong was first pressed on vinyl in 1987. Every vinyl pressing is listed below with its label, catalog number and runout codes, so you can tell an original from a reissue.
How to spot a first pressing of (Something Inside) So Strong
30 pressings came out in 1987, the album's first year, in 12 countries. Compare the label and catalog number on your copy, then the codes etched or stamped in the runout groove (the dead wax around the label): they are the surest sign of an early pressing.
UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- China Records WOK 12
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Silver Injection Labels
- Runout / matrix
WOK 12 A//1∇ 420 RA-side runout
WOK 12 B//2∇ 420 RB-side runout
UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- China Records WOKX 12
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
WOK•X•12•A•2 MT.1Side A runout etched
WOKX 12 B//6 ▽4 2 0 PSide B runout stamped
UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- China Records WOKX 12
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
WOK-X-12. A.2 MT.Side A etched variant 1
WOK.Z.12 .B2 MT.Side B etched variant 1
WOK-X-12 ⋅ A2 MTSide A etched variant 2
WOK⋅X⋅12 ⋅ B2 MTSide B etched variant 2
UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- China Records WOK 12
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Silver Injection Labels
- Runout / matrix
WOK 12 A//1∇420 R 9Runout A side
WOK 12 B//5∇420 PRunout B side
UK
1987- Label and catalog number
- China Records WOK 12
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single · Paper Labels
- Runout / matrix
WOK 12 A//1∇420 RRunout A side
WOK 12 B//5∇420 PRunout B side
WOK 12-AA-side label
WOK 12-BB-side label
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 39 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s37 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | Australasia | Polydor 887 596-7 / China Records 887 596-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Australia | China Records K-224First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | Australia | Polydor 887 596-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Australia | Not On Label7", 45 RPM, Single, Test Pressing, White Label · Test pressing | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Test Pressing, White Label · Test pressing |
| 1987 | Canada | Chrysalis CS 43124 / Chrysalis CS-43124First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1987 | Canada | China Records CS43124First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Europe | Chrysalis 108 902 / China Records 108 902First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | Europe | Chrysalis 609 145 / China Records 609 145First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single |
| 1987 | Europe | Chrysalis 109 145 / China Records 109 145First year7", Single, 45 RPM | 7", Single, 45 RPM |
| 1987 | Europe | Chrysalis 108 902First year7", Single, Single Sided, Promo · Promo | 7", Single, Single Sided, Promo · Promo |
| 1987 | Europe | Chrysalis 109 145 / China Records 109 145First year7", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single Sided, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1987 | Europe | Chrysalis 609 145 / Ariola 609 145First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1987 | France | China Records 888 700-7First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1987 | Germany | Chrysalis 609 145First year12" | 12" |
| 1987 | Ireland | China Records WOK 12First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Year unknown2 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | Germany | China Records 887 596-77", Single | 7", Single |
| ? | UK | China Records CHINA 67", Single | 7", Single |
Tracklist
- A(Something Inside) So Strong (Complete Version)5:41
- BI'm Alright4:31
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of (Something Inside) So Strong are there?
39 vinyl pressings of (Something Inside) So Strong are listed here, from 12 countries, released between 1987 and 1989.
When was (Something Inside) So Strong first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1987, in Germany, UK, US, Australasia and more. One of them is Chrysalis 609 145.
How do I tell if my copy of (Something Inside) So Strong is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 609 145, WOK 12, WOKX 12, WOK12) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is (Something Inside) So Strong on vinyl worth?
It depends on which pressing you have and on the condition of the record and its sleeve. Early pressings from the album's home country in near mint condition are usually worth the most; common later reissues are worth far less. Scan your copy with VinylLens to see its value for every grade.
