Himself
Gilbert O'Sullivan · 1971
42 min · 14 tracks · soft rock
A charming blend of whimsical melodies and poignant lyrics that captures the essence of early 70s pop.
Why this album works
'Himself' was a commercial success, reaching number one on the UK Albums Chart and producing hit singles like 'Nothing Rhymed.' Its blend of humor and introspection resonated with listeners, influencing a generation of singer-songwriters in the ensuing soft rock movement.
- Best for
- whimsical melodies for light moments dynamic journey with emotional resolution for reflective afternoon listening
- Context
- Released on August 1, 1971, 'Himself' marked Gilbert O'Sullivan's debut album, establishing him as a prominent figure in the soft rock genre. At this point, he was transitioning from local Irish performances to international recognition, fueled by his distinctive songwriting style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Boyzone· The Cranberries· My Bloody Valentine· Sinéad O'Connor· Enya· Christina Aguilera· David Bowie· Kate Bush
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:23
- 2 January Git 3:13
- 3 Bye-Bye 3:22
- 4 Permissive Twit 4:09
- 5 Matrimony Standout 3:18
- 6 Independent Air Standout 5:08
- 7 Nothing Rhymed Standout 3:27
- 8 Too Much Attention 2:38
- 9 Susan Van Heusan 2:59
- 10 If I Don't Get You (Back Again) 2:44
- 11 Thunder and Lightning 2:59
- 12 Houdini Said 5:24
- 13 Doing the Best I Can 2:35
- 14 Outro 0:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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