Borrowed Heaven
The Corrs · 2004
49 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
A lush blend of pop rock and Celtic influences, filled with heartfelt melodies and harmonious vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Summer Sunshine Start here — This upbeat track captures the essence of summer with its bright melodies and joyful lyrics about love and hope, setting an energetic tone for the album.
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Angel — With its poignant lyrics and soft instrumentation, this ballad showcases the band's ability to convey deep emotion, highlighting Andrea Corr's vocal prowess.
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Time Enough for Tears — Featured in the film 'In America', this track emphasizes vulnerability and longing through its haunting melody, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Even If — The song explores themes of resilience and determination, showcasing The Corrs' lyrical depth alongside their signature harmonies.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album blends pop rock with Celtic influences, showcasing strong harmonies but lacks standout compositions.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a consistent tempo, while the second half shifts to slower, more introspective songs.
- Harmonies are layered throughout, often featuring multiple vocal lines that intertwine rather than alternate by verse.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional Celtic instrumentation alongside modern pop arrangements, creating a unique sound blend.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- poignant themes of love
- background warmth for relaxation
- uplifting moments of reflection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced music
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified The Corrs' commercial success post their earlier hits.
- Themes
- Celtic-infused love· summer sunshine· vulnerability in film
- Career context
- Released in 2004, Borrowed Heaven was The Corrs' fifth studio album and marked a continuation of their commercial success following their 2001 album, In Blue. At this point, the band had firmly established themselves as a global act, known for their unique fusion of traditional Irish music with contemporary pop rock elements. The album followed a brief hiatus and showcased their evolution while retaining the signature sound that endeared them to fans.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Enya· Clannad· The Cranberries
Tracklist
- 1 Summer Sunshine Start here 2:53
- 2 Angel 3:25
- 3 Hideaway 3:17
- 4 Long Night 3:47
- 5 Goodbye 4:08
- 6 Time Enough for Tears 5:03
- 7 Humdrum 3:43
- 8 Even If 3:02
- 9 Borrowed Heaven 4:21
- 10 Confidence for Quiet 3:10
- 11 Baby Be Brave 3:58
- 12 Silver Strand (instrumental) 4:24
- 13 Miracle 4:01
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Watermark
Enya
Shares lush soundscapes and Celtic influences with ethereal vocals and heartfelt melodies.
Magical Ring
Clannad
Combines traditional Irish sounds with pop sensibilities, creating an atmospheric listening experience.
Otherworld
Lúnasa
Blends contemporary arrangements with traditional Celtic instrumentation, echoing the same warm emotional tones.
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