Released 39 years ago this October
Free as a Bird
Supertramp · 1987
44 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock
A reflective blend of progressive rock and melodic pop, characterized by lush instrumentation and introspective lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Free as a Bird — This title track encapsulates the album's theme of freedom and introspection, featuring soaring melodies that evoke a sense of hope and renewal.
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It’s Alright — Opening the album, this track sets a laid-back tone with its cheerful melody and reassuring lyrics, reflecting the band's optimistic outlook.
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An Awful Thing to Waste — Clocking in at nearly eight minutes, this track showcases Supertramp's progressive roots with complex arrangements and thought-provoking lyrics addressing societal issues.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- gradual builds and payoffs
- late-night contemplative moods
- long, immersive listening sessions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Represents a comeback after a hiatus, showcasing continued artistic exploration.
- Career context
- Released in 1987, Free as a Bird marked Supertramp's comeback after a six-year hiatus following their album Brother Where You Bound. This seventh studio album showcased a shift towards a more polished sound while maintaining their signature blend of rock and pop elements. The band's lineup had shifted, with Rick Davies and Roger Hodgson no longer collaborating, leading to a new creative direction.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It’s Alright 5:01
- 2 Not the Moment 4:37
- 3 It Doesn’t Matter 4:53
- 4 Where I Stand 3:41
- 5 Free as a Bird 4:22
- 6 I’m Beggin’ You 5:30
- 7 You Never Can Tell With Friends 4:18
- 8 Thing for You 3:59
- 9 An Awful Thing to Waste 7:48
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