Released 40 years ago
Between Two Fires
Paul Young · 1986
51 min · 11 tracks · R&B · soul
A blend of soulful melodies and reflective lyrics wrapped in polished 80s rock production.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective flow
- soulful melodies for introspection
- thoughtful listening during commutes
- emotional resonance in polished production
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer standalone upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1986, 'Between Two Fires' was Paul Young's third studio album. Following the commercial success of his previous album, 'The Secret of Association', this record aimed to solidify his status in the pop and soul scenes while showcasing a maturation in his songwriting and vocal delivery.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Simply Red· Seal· Billy Ocean
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Some People 5:05
- 2 Wonderland 5:02
- 3 War Games 4:20
- 4 In the Long Run 4:22
- 5 Wasting My Time 5:18
- 6 Prisoner of Conscience 4:22
- 7 Why Does a Man Have to Be Strong? 4:22
- 8 A Certain Passion 4:15
- 9 Between Two Fires 3:51
- 10 Wedding Day 5:31
- 11 Steps to Go 5:11
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