Flying Colours
Chris de Burgh · 1988
54 min · 13 tracks · rock music
A lush tapestry of rock ballads infused with emotive storytelling and warm instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- emotive storytelling in every track
- warm instrumentation for cozy evenings
- reflective moments of quiet introspection
- for late-night listening
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced, upbeat tracks
- seek immediate gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the release of 'Flying Colours' in January 1988, Chris de Burgh was riding the wave of commercial success following his breakthrough hit 'Lady in Red' from 1986. This album marked his fifth studio effort and showcased his evolving songwriting while aiming to solidify his presence in the adult contemporary rock genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Phil Collins· James Blunt· Elton John
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sailing Away 5:03
- 2 Carry Me (Like a Fire in Your Heart) 4:25
- 3 Tender Hands 4:30
- 4 A Night on the River 3:50
- 5 Leather on My Shoes 4:35
- 6 Suddenly Love 3:14
- 7 Simple Truth (A Child Is Born) 4:27
- 8 Missing You 4:07
- 9 I’m Not Scared Anymore 4:48
- 10 Don’t Look Back 2:57
- 11 Just a Word Away 3:18
- 12 The Risen Lord 3:40
- 13 The Last Time I Cried 5:34
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