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Gravity

Westlife · 2010

48 min · 12 tracks · pop rock · blue-eyed soul · operatic pop

Melodic harmonies and heartfelt ballads intertwine with lush orchestration, creating an emotional sonic landscape.

Why this album works

Best for
steady pacing for reflective moments heartfelt ballads for emotional connection melodic harmonies for sing-alongs
Context
Released on January 1, 2010, 'Gravity' marked Westlife's tenth studio album and their first in nearly three years. This period followed the band's brief hiatus after their 2008 album 'Back Home', highlighting a renewed focus on crafting pop ballads and their signature vocal harmonies as they approached the end of their initial run.
If you like
pop rock, blue-eyed soul, operatic pop

Gravity is an album by Westlife, released in 2010. Melodic harmonies and heartfelt ballads intertwine with lush orchestration, creating an emotional sonic landscape. Upon its release, 'Gravity' reached number one in several countries and was certified platinum in Ireland. The album's lead single, 'Beautiful Tonight,' became a chart success, showcasing the band's enduring popularity during a time of changing musical landscapes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Gravity sound like?

Melodic harmonies and heartfelt ballads intertwine with lush orchestration, creating an emotional sonic landscape. Rooted in pop rock and blue-eyed soul.

What makes Gravity by Westlife notable?

Upon its release, 'Gravity' reached number one in several countries and was certified platinum in Ireland. The album's lead single, 'Beautiful Tonight,' became a chart success, showcasing the band's enduring popularity during a time of changing musical landscapes. Released on January 1, 2010, 'Gravity' marked Westlife's tenth studio album and their first in nearly three years. This period followed the band's brief hiatus after their 2008 album 'Back Home', highlighting a renewed focus on crafting pop ballads and their signature vocal harmonies as they approached the end of their initial run.

Who is Gravity for?

Gravity works well if you're into steady pacing for reflective moments, heartfelt ballads for emotional connection and melodic harmonies for sing-alongs.

How many songs are on Gravity?

Gravity has 12 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·48:31

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

  • 1 Beautiful Tonight Standout 4:01
  • 2 Safe Standout 3:53
  • 3 Chances Standout 4:47
  • 4 I Will Reach You 3:21
  • 5 Closer 4:08
  • 6 The Reason 3:54
  • 7 Tell Me It's Love 4:20
  • 8 I Get Weak 3:42
  • 9 Before It's Too Late 4:10
  • 10 No One's Gonna Sleep Tonight 3:54
  • 11 Difference in Me 3:31
  • 12 Too Hard to Say Goodbye 4:44

Release Date

January 1, 2010

Artist Origin

Ireland

Runtime

48 min 31 sec