Baby Alone in Babylone cover

Baby Alone in Babylone

Jane Birkin · 1983

33 min · 11 tracks · pop music

A lush blend of pop and chanson, enveloped in a melancholic yet playful atmosphere.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo flow
  • melancholic yet playful atmosphere
  • short, immersive listening sessions
  • contemplative moments of reflection

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1983, 'Baby Alone in Babylone' was Jane Birkin's third studio album, following her successful collaboration with Serge Gainsbourg. At this point in her career, Birkin had established herself as a solo artist while continuing to navigate the complexities of fame and artistic expression. This album showcases her evolution into a more independent sound while reflecting on personal themes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Baby Lou 2:59
  • 2 Fuir le bonheur de peur qu’il ne se sauve 3:10
  • 3 Partie perdue 2:57
  • 4 Norma Jean Baker 2:59
  • 5 Haine pour aime 2:55
  • 6 Overseas Telegram 3:32
  • 7 Con c’est con ces conséquences 3:05
  • 8 En rire de peur d’être obligée d’en pleurer 2:28
  • 9 Rupture au miroir 3:16
  • 10 Les Dessous chics 2:11
  • 11 Baby Alone in Babylone 3:50

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