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Halcyon Days

Ellie Goulding · 2013

79 min · 21 tracks · alternative rock · indie pop · synth-pop

A vibrant tapestry of synths and soaring vocals creating an uplifting blend of pop and dreamlike atmospheres.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • uplifting energy for gatherings
  • steady pacing for background listening
  • dreamy soundscapes for daydreaming
  • soaring vocals for emotional connection
  • consistent flow for road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, high-energy tracks
  • seek deep, introspective narratives

Where this album fits

Themes
empowered optimism· dreamlike landscapes
Career context
Halcyon Days is Ellie Goulding's second studio album, following her breakthrough debut Lights in 2010. By 2013, she had established herself as a prominent figure in the electropop scene, building on her previous success with hits like 'I Need Your Love' and 'Burn'. This album further solidified her signature sound while exploring new lyrical themes.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Honeymoon by Lana Del Rey — Shares ethereal production and lush, cinematic soundscapes with introspective lyrical themes.
The Bones of What You Believe by Chvrches — Combines bright synth textures and emotive vocals, creating an uplifting yet introspective atmosphere.
Two Suns by Bat for Lashes — Merges dream pop and folk influences with a mystical quality, reflecting on identity and love.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Don't Say A Word 4:07
  • 2 My Blood 3:55
  • 3 Anything Could Happen 4:46
  • 4 Only You 3:50
  • 5 Figure 8 4:08
  • 6 Joy 3:09
  • 7 Hanging On 3:21
  • 8 Explosions 4:04
  • 9 I Know You Care 3:27
  • 10 Dead In The Water 4:43
  • 11 Lights 3:30
  • 12 Beating Heart 3:32
  • 13 I Need Your Love 3:53
  • 14 Burn 3:51
  • 15 Goodness Gracious 3:46
  • 16 You My Everything 3:28
  • 17 Hearts Without Chains 3:45
  • 18 Stay Awake 3:25
  • 19 Under Control 4:06
  • 20 Flashlight 3:33
  • 21 How Long Will I Love You 2:36

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