The Breathtaking Blue (1989) was a stylistic departure for Alphaville, incorporating richer, live instrumentation and elements of jazz and cabaret.
The most common version released on the initial LP and 7-inch singles. alphaville_romeos
A revised version released on later compilation albums like First Harvest . The Breathtaking Blue (1989) was a stylistic departure
This version is notable for replacing a vocal line about "angels in different shapes" with a "la-la-la" sequence. alphaville_romeos
The song uses the metaphor of "streetside Romeos" to represent individuals longing for connection and intimacy in a world that feels increasingly fragmented and divided.
A deluxe remastered edition of The Breathtaking Blue was released in 2021 , which included several previously missing mixes and edits of "Romeos".