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Affirmation

Savage Garden · 1999

53 min · 12 tracks · pop rock

A lush blend of sweeping melodies and heartfelt lyrics, capturing the essence of late '90s pop rock.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo listening flow
  • heartfelt melodies for reflection
  • uplifting anthems for positivity
  • nostalgic vibes for late nights

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced tracks
  • avoid emotional lyricism

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 1, 1999, 'Affirmation' was Savage Garden's third studio album, following their successful self-titled debut and the chart-topping 'Spice Up Your Life'. At this point, the duo was consolidating their position in pop music after achieving international fame with their previous hits, marking a transition into deeper lyrical themes and more sophisticated production.
Stylistic neighbors
Roxette· Duran Duran· Tears for Fears

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Affirmation 4:56
  • 2 Hold Me 4:50
  • 3 I Knew I Loved You 4:10
  • 4 The Best Thing 4:19
  • 5 Crash and Burn 4:41
  • 6 Chained to You 4:08
  • 7 The Animal Song 4:39
  • 8 The Lover After Me 4:50
  • 9 Two Beds and a Coffee Machine 3:27
  • 10 You Can Still Be Free 4:18
  • 11 Gunning Down Romance 5:34
  • 12 I Don't Know You Anymore 3:50

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