Europe
1985- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 601 770-213Virgin 601 770
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
DM 601770 A-1/85S IIRunout side A
DM 601770 B-1/85S IIRunout side B
S 601 770 ALabel side A
S 601 770 BLabel side B
Vinyl pressings
The Word Girl
by Scritti Politti · 1985
22 pressings8 countriesReggae-PopSynth-popDubElectronic
The Word Girl was first pressed on vinyl in 1985. 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 The Word Girl
21 pressings came out in 1985, the album's first year, in 8 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.
Europe
1985- Label and catalog number
- Virgin 107 315Virgin 107 315-100
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo
- Runout / matrix
DM 107315 A-1/85 S I IRunout A, stamped
DM 107315 B-1/85 S I IRunout B, stamped
DM 107 315 ALabel A
DM 107 315 BLabel B
UK
April 29, 1985- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 747
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
VS 747 A-5U-1-1- 34Side A runout (variant 1)
VS 747 B-6U-1-1- 29Side B runout (variant 1)
VS 747 A- 5U-1-1⇀17Side A runout (variant 2)
VS 747 B-5U-1-1⇀14Side B runout (variant 2)
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 747-12
- Format
- 12", 45 RPM
- Runout / matrix
VS 74712 A - 5U-1-1-CSide A runout variant 1
VS 74712 B-6U-1-1-3Side B runout variant 1
VS74712 A-5U-1-1 (1 horizontal) 7Side A runout variant 2
VS74712 B-5U-1-1 (1 horizontal) 5Side B runout variant 2
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VS 747
- Format
- 7", 45 RPM, Single
- Runout / matrix
VS 747 A-6U-1-1-1 3 THTSide A runout variant 1
VS 747 B-6U-1-1-8Side B runout variant 1
VS 747 A-6U-1-1- 8 THTSide A runout variant 2
VS 747 B-5U-1-1-2Side B runout variant 2
UK
1985- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VSS 747
- Format
- 7", Shape, Single, Picture Disc
- Runout / matrix
VSS+747+A DB Tape OneSide A Etchings
VSS+747+BSide B Etchings
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 22 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
1980s22 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Australia | Virgin VS 747-12 / Virgin VS 74712First year12", Single | 12", Single |
| 1985 | Australia | Virgin VS 747First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Australia | Virgin VS 747First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Australia | Virgin VS 747-12 / Virgin VS 74712First year12", Single, Promo · Promo | 12", Single, Promo · Promo |
| 1985 | Europe | Virgin 601 770-213 / Virgin 601 770First year12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo | 12", 45 RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | Europe | Virgin 107 315 / Virgin 107 315-100First year7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo |
| 1985 | France | Virgin 80179First year12", 45 RPM | 12", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | France | Virgin 90193First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | France | Virgin 901937", 45 RPM, Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing | 7", 45 RPM, Single, Test Pressing · Test pressing |
| 1985 | Ireland | Virgin VS 747First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Ireland | Virgin VS 747First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | Italy | Virgin VIN 45153First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | New Zealand | Virgin VS 747First year7", 45 RPM | 7", 45 RPM |
| 1985 | New Zealand | Virgin VS 747-12 / Virgin VS747 12First year12", 45 RPM, Single | 12", 45 RPM, Single |
| 1985 | South Africa | Virgin VS 637First year7", 45 RPM, Single | 7", 45 RPM, Single |
Tracklist
- AThe Word Girl3:16
- BFlesh & Blood5:37
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of The Word Girl are there?
22 vinyl pressings of The Word Girl are listed here, from 8 countries.
When was The Word Girl first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 1985, in Europe, UK, Australia, France and more. One of them is Virgin 601 770-213.
How do I tell if my copy of The Word Girl is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use 601 770-213, 107 315, VS 747, VS 747-12) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, DM 601770 A-1/85S II and DM 601770 B-1/85S II. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is The Word Girl 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.
