Top tracks — play these first
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Hit the Ground Running — Opening with an infectious energy, this track encapsulates Finn's ability to merge catchy hooks with reflective lyrics about new beginnings.
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Protected — This song features poignant themes of vulnerability and emotional honesty, showcasing Finn's lyrical prowess against a backdrop of lush instrumentation.
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Always Never Now — With its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, this track illustrates Finn's exploration of time and memory, making it a standout moment on the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- introspective lyrics for quiet times
- melodic flow for easy listening
- suitable for afternoon relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced excitement
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Before & After marks Tim Finn's first solo album after his tenure with Crowded House, released in 1993. This album came at a time when Finn was establishing his identity as a solo artist, following the success of Crowded House's self-titled debut and their subsequent releases. It showcased a shift towards more personal songwriting while maintaining his knack for catchy pop melodies.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Crowded House· Split Enz· Paul Kelly
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hit the Ground Running 4:41
- 2 Protected 5:24
- 3 In Love With It All 3:21
- 4 Persuasion 3:53
- 5 Many's the Time (In Dublin) 4:27
- 6 Funny Way 2:53
- 7 Can't Do Both 4:52
- 8 In Your Sway 4:49
- 9 Strangeness and Charm 3:24
- 10 Always Never Now 3:56
- 11 Walk You Home 3:37
- 12 I Found It 4:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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