Huge Cure fan here. Of course it's a matter of personal taste but personally I think Pornography is overrated (lyrics not so great and melodically uninteresting) though it clearly has historic value (some say the birth of Goth).
Disintegration is clearly their best album if you ask me. Head on the Door doesn't come close in terms of production, lyrics, and just overall song quality. It's best for when you are depressed romantically.
Among their early stuff, Faith is gorgeous! Listen to it when you're in a really fucking I-wanna-kill-myself mood.
Among the more recent albums, I think Wild Mood Swings is the most underrated and my favorite. Took me years to finally decided whether I love or hate it, and I love it. It's a few songs too long, but it has so many great tracks and flawless lyrics.
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