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Released 20 years ago

An Other Cup

Cat Stevens · 2006

44 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music · Islamic music

A reflective blend of folk and pop infused with spiritual themes and melodic simplicity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady reflective listening experience
  • spiritual themes for contemplation
  • melodic simplicity for relaxation
  • midday moments of introspection

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, 'An Other Cup' marked Cat Stevens' return to music after a long hiatus since 1978's 'Back to Earth'. It came during a period of artistic resurgence for Stevens, who had transitioned into Yusuf Islam after converting to Islam. This album was significant as it reintroduced his lyrical introspection to a new audience.
Stylistic neighbors
James Taylor· Nick Drake· Simon & Garfunkel

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Midday (Avoid City After Dark) 4:24
  • 2 Heaven / Where True Love Goes 4:49
  • 3 Maybe There’s a World 3:06
  • 4 One Day at a Time 4:54
  • 5 When Butterflies Leave 0:41
  • 6 In the End 4:02
  • 7 Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood 3:22
  • 8 I Think I See the Light 5:34
  • 9 Whispers From a Spiritual Garden 2:04
  • 10 The Beloved 4:51
  • 11 Greenfields, Golden Sands 3:25
  • 12 There Is Peace 3:03

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