A Beginner's Mind
Sufjan Stevens · 2021
45 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · classical · electronic
A contemplative blend of lush instrumentation and introspective lyrics exploring themes of existence and uncertainty.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective reflections on existence
- gentle pacing for calm moments
- short tracks for focused listening
- thoughtful exploration of uncertainty
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy engagement
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 24, 2021, 'A Beginner's Mind' is Sufjan Stevens' first collaboration with Angelo De Augustine, following his acclaimed 2015 album 'Carrie & Lowell'. This album marks a shift towards more collaborative songwriting and a return to Stevens’ exploration of personal and existential themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Iron & Wine· Andrew Bird· Fleet Foxes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Reach Out 3:43
- 2 Lady Macbeth in Chains 3:42
- 3 Back to Oz 4:12
- 4 The Pillar of Souls 3:10
- 5 You Give Death a Bad Name 4:07
- 6 Beginner’s Mind 2:15
- 7 Olympus 3:07
- 8 Murder and Crime 3:30
- 9 (This Is) The Thing 2:48
- 10 It’s Your Own Body and Mind 2:27
- 11 Lost in the World 3:10
- 12 Fictional California 2:50
- 13 Cimmerian Shade 4:19
- 14 Lacrimae 2:07
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