Foundling
David Gray · 2010
72 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock
A reflective journey through intimate narratives, blending folk-infused melodies with evocative lyrical storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Only the Wine Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Foundling — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of longing and self-discovery, marrying poignant lyrics with a haunting melody that lingers.
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We Could Fall in Love Again Tonight — This song stands out for its romantic nostalgia, deftly capturing the delicate balance between hope and heartache within its lyrical narrative.
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In God's Name — With its contemplative lyrics and stirring arrangement, this track showcases Gray's ability to address profound themes while maintaining emotional accessibility.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- introspective and reflective moods
- gentle emotional explorations
- steady, calming energy levels
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — 'Foundling' showcases David Gray's artistic growth and is praised for its lyrical depth.
- Career context
- By the time 'Foundling' was released in 2010, David Gray had already established himself as a prominent figure in alternative rock, following his breakthrough album 'White Ladder' in 1998. This album marked a return to a more introspective style after his commercial peak, showcasing Gray's evolution as a songwriter and his willingness to explore new themes and sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Damien Rice· James Blunt· Nick Drake
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Only the Wine Start here 2:52
- 2 Foundling 5:29
- 3 Forgetting 4:18
- 4 Gossamer Thread 5:11
- 5 The Old Chair 2:55
- 6 In God's Name 3:43
- 7 We Could Fall in Love Again Tonight 4:26
- 8 Holding On 5:10
- 9 When I Was in Your Heart 2:37
- 10 A New Day at Midnight 2:46
- 11 Davey Jones' Locker 5:11
Disc 2
- 1 Fixative 4:07
- 2 Morning Theme 2:43
- 3 The Dotted Line 3:43
- 4 A Million Years 3:11
- 5 Who's Singing Now 3:02
- 6 Old Father Time 4:01
- 7 Indeed I Will 3:28
- 8 A Moment Changes Everything 3:28
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