The Real People is the 1991 self-titled album from The Real People. It includes the singles "Open Up Your Mind (Let Me In)", "Window Pane" and "The Truth", which feature the band's distinctive combination of guitar-driven melodies and layered vocals. Recorded during the early 1990s, the album captures the band at a formative stage, offering a snapshot of the UK indie scene just before the Britpop movement emerged. The tracks move between lively, guitar-driven songs and more introspective moments, giving a sense of the band's approach to melody and arrangements. The Real People offers a clear picture of the band's formative style and the musical environment they were part of, highlighting their role in shaping the sound that would influence other British bands in the years to come. The Real People is available as a 35th anniversary edition on purple coloured vinyl and includes an insert with lyrics.