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Flicker

Niall Horan · 2017

73 min · 13 tracks · pop rock · folk-pop

A reflective blend of folk-pop melodies and intimate lyrics that showcase vulnerability and personal growth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • intimate atmosphere for personal growth
  • consistent journey with gradual peaks
  • for late-night introspection
  • emotional resonance in quiet spaces

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification tracks
  • prefer upbeat party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 20, 2017, 'Flicker' is Niall Horan's debut solo album following the disbandment of One Direction in 2016. At this point, Horan was transitioning from pop stardom to establishing his identity as a solo artist, marking a significant departure into more acoustic and singer-songwriter territory.
Stylistic neighbors
Ed Sheeran· James Bay· Shawn Mendes

Tracklist

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

  • 1 It’s Been Fun 4:45
  • 2 Counterblow 5:35
  • 3 Selling Rebellion 5:21
  • 4 My Revenge on the World 5:22
  • 5 Pink Dress 5:01
  • 6 St. Edith 6:01
  • 7 Infiltrating My Way Through the System 5:29
  • 8 Be Me 6:10
  • 9 Post Apocalyptic Girl 5:26
  • 10 Cutting 5:35
  • 11 My Device 5:04
  • 12 Flicker 5:26
  • 13 Lovely Day 7:49

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