Released in 1989, mixing technology with traditional instruments such as brass, strings and organ, Flowers in the Dirt featured several tracks composed with fellow musician Elvis Costello. The album — seen by many as a strong return to form — also featured musicians that Paul would come to use regularly like Hamish Stuart, Robbie McIntosh and Chris Whitten, and production from the likes of Trevor Horn, Mitchell Froom and Steve Lipson. The album crashed into the UK charts at #1 and spent nearly a year on the Billboard 200, fueled by the singles, "My Brave Face," "This One," "Figure of Eight," and "Put It There."

SHM-CD (Super High Material) format featuring more clarity, depth and definition of sound. Includes miniature poster, inner-sleeve and booklet featuring Japanese translations of the lyrics. Remastered 2017. Limited Edition.

Limited-edition Japanese SHM-CD exports with paper-sleeves. The unique new packages feature: 1CD with SHM-CD and Paper-sleeve Recreated original LP replica sleeves with original finishes & artwork Miniature of Japanese obi-strap