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For Bitter or Worse

Anouk · 2009

47 min · 12 tracks · pop rock

Emotionally charged pop rock that navigates themes of love and heartbreak with Anouk's powerful, soaring vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • emotionally charged late-night listening
  • gradual resolution through heartfelt themes
  • soaring vocals that evoke nostalgia

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer upbeat party anthems

Where this album fits

Themes
Dutch heartbreak· feminine empowerment
Career context
Released in 2009, 'For Bitter or Worse' is Anouk's fifth studio album, coming after her commercially successful record 'Who’s Your Momma?' from 2004. At this point, Anouk had established herself as a prominent figure in the Dutch music scene, known for her distinctive voice and introspective songwriting.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Lungs by Florence + the Machine — Equally powerful vocals and lyrical exploration of love, loss, and empowerment set against rich instrumentation.
Jagged Little Pill by Alanis Morissette — Delivers raw emotional honesty about relationships and self-discovery through a dynamic rock sound.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Three Days in a Row 4:14
  • 2 In This World 4:10
  • 3 Woman 3:51
  • 4 Lay It Down 3:02
  • 5 8 Years 3:52
  • 6 My Shoes 4:28
  • 7 Walk to the Bay 3:02
  • 8 Today 3:27
  • 9 Hold On 3:41
  • 10 Lovedrunk 4:14
  • 11 Faith in My Moon 5:05
  • 12 For Bitter or Worse 4:15

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