Cradlesong cover

Released 17 years ago this June

Cradlesong

Rob Thomas · 2009

53 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · post-bop

A polished blend of pop-rock melodies and introspective lyrics that explore personal struggles and relationships.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • late-night contemplative moods
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

Career context
Cradlesong is Rob Thomas's second solo album, following his successful debut, Something to Be, released in 2005. At this point in his career, Thomas was already well-known as the lead singer of Matchbox Twenty and had solidified his status as a solo artist. The album reflects his continued exploration of personal themes while balancing commercial appeal.
Stylistic neighbors
Matchbox Twenty· John Mayer· Lifehouse

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Her Diamonds 4:40
  • 2 Gasoline 3:55
  • 3 Give Me the Meltdown 3:13
  • 4 Someday 4:07
  • 5 Mockingbird 4:00
  • 6 Real World ’09 2:46
  • 7 Fire on the Mountain 5:10
  • 8 Hard on You 2:42
  • 9 Still Ain’t Over You 3:09
  • 10 Natural 4:48
  • 11 Snowblind 3:54
  • 12 Wonderful 3:29
  • 13 Cradlesong 4:17
  • 14 Getting Late 3:29

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