Released 10 years ago
Detour
Cyndi Lauper · 2016
38 min · 12 tracks · blues · country · new wave
A nostalgic blend of classic country and blues-infused pop, showcasing Lauper's rich vocal textures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
- nostalgic vibes for road trips
- rich vocals for cozy evenings
- heartfelt storytelling in every track
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
- seek experimental or avant-garde sounds
Where this album fits
- Themes
- emotional storytelling· nostalgic ballads
- Career context
- Released in 2016, 'Detour' marked Cyndi Lauper's return to the studio after a successful career spanning over three decades. This album followed her Grammy-winning work in musical theater and was a deliberate nod to her early influences in country music, showcasing her versatility as an artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Madonna· Annie Lennox· Debbie Harry
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Golden Hour by Kacey Musgraves — Shares a blend of country and pop with emotional storytelling and lush production.Day Breaks by Norah Jones — Combines jazz, blues, and country influences with rich vocal textures and introspective lyrics.By the Way, I Forgive You by Brandi Carlile — Features heartfelt ballads and a mix of folk and country styles, emphasizing personal narratives.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Funnel of Love 3:16
- 2 Detour 2:55
- 3 Misty Blue 3:19
- 4 Walkin’ After Midnight 2:16
- 5 Heartaches by the Number 3:11
- 6 The End of the World 3:13
- 7 Night Life 2:59
- 8 Begging to You 3:24
- 9 You’re the Reason Our Kids Are Ugly 3:43
- 10 I Fall to Pieces 3:01
- 11 I Want to Be a Cowboy’s Sweetheart 3:14
- 12 Hard Candy Christmas 3:54
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