Café Racers
Kim Carnes · 1983
43 min · 10 tracks · country · folk · pop rock
A blend of soft rock and pop with introspective lyrics and Kim Carnes' distinctive raspy vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective vibes
- introspective moments for quiet drives
- heartfelt lyrics for emotional connection
- consistent flow for easy listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1983, 'Café Racers' was Kim Carnes' sixth studio album, following her commercial breakthrough with 'Mistaken Identity' in 1981. At this point in her career, she was transitioning from the mainstream success of the early '80s to a more eclectic sound that incorporated elements of country and folk, reflecting her artistic evolution.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Toni Childs· Linda Ronstadt· Pat Benatar
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Make My Heart Beat Faster 4:35
- 2 Young Love 4:14
- 3 Met You at the Wrong Time of My Life 5:21
- 4 Hurricane 4:30
- 5 Universal Song 3:54
- 6 Invisible Hands 3:12
- 7 I Pretend 5:20
- 8 Hangin' on by a Thread (A Said Affair of the Heart) 2:50
- 9 Kick in the Heart 4:31
- 10 I'll Be Here Were the Heart Is 4:43
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