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Collective Soul · 2006
94 min · 22 tracks · alternative rock
A melodic fusion of alternative rock and orchestral elements envelops listeners in introspective themes of love and loss.
Top tracks — play these first
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Counting the Days Start here — This track features an engaging blend of upbeat rhythms and thoughtful lyrics about longing, encapsulating the album's reflective nature.
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December — An emotional centerpiece, this song showcases poignant lyrics intertwined with haunting melodies, making it a quintessential example of the band’s lyrical depth.
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Shine — 'Shine' remains one of Collective Soul's most recognizable songs, standing out for its uplifting message and powerful anthemic chorus, embodying the band's legacy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- heartfelt lyrics for reflection
- dynamic exploration of emotions
- engaging storytelling throughout album
- for evening unwind
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows renewed creativity and maturity after a hiatus, appealing to dedicated fans.
- Themes
- longing in solitude· orchestral reflections
- Career context
- By the time 'Home' was released in January 2006, Collective Soul was navigating a period of renewed creativity following a hiatus after their previous album, 'Youth,' released in 2004. This album marked their return to form as they experimented with more diverse instrumentation while maintaining their signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Live· Matchbox Twenty· Creed
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 [orchestral intro] 0:27
- 2 Counting the Days Start here 2:45
- 3 Listen 4:33
- 4 December 5:17
- 5 Compliment 3:38
- 6 Precious Declaration 4:14
- 7 Needs 5:47
- 8 Heavy 3:20
- 9 Run 4:50
- 10 The World I Know 5:01
- 11 Pretty Donna 4:02
- 12 Youth 3:05
Disc 2
- 1 Crown 5:12
- 2 Under Heavens Skies 3:40
- 3 She Said 4:44
- 4 Home 4:25
- 5 Gel 3:16
- 6 How Do You Love 4:33
- 7 Better Now 7:07
- 8 Satellite 4:44
- 9 Shine 6:23
- 10 Burn 3:35
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
How to Save a Life
The Fray
Similar melodic sensibility with introspective themes of love and longing.
Eyes Open
Snow Patrol
Shares orchestral rock elements and emotional depth in exploring solitude.
Who We Are
Lifehouse
Combines alternative rock with reflective lyrics about personal struggles and relationships.
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