Home Again
Michael Kiwanuka · 2012
43 min · 11 tracks · folk rock
Soulful melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a warm tapestry of folk and rhythm that resonates deeply.
Top tracks — play these first
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Home Again — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of belonging and nostalgia, featuring rich instrumentation that complements Kiwanuka's evocative vocal delivery.
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I'm Getting Ready — Showcasing an upbeat rhythm paired with hopeful lyrics, this song reflects Kiwanuka's ability to blend soulful melodies with uplifting messages.
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Worry Walks Beside Me — The haunting arrangement paired with deeply personal lyrics illustrates Kiwanuka's introspective songwriting style, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production but doesn't fully stand out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more reflective pace.
- The album closes with a gradual fade-out on the final track, creating a sense of resolution and completion.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate reflective listening sessions
- gradual builds and payoffs
- emotional storytelling journeys
- soothing background ambiance
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in March 2012, 'Home Again' is Michael Kiwanuka's debut album, introducing him to the music scene after gaining attention from his early EPs. At this point, he was emerging as a significant voice within the UK soul revival, having already been shortlisted for the BBC Sound of 2012 poll.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Leon Bridges· Ben Howard· Hozier
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I'll Get Along
The shift from uncertainty to acceptance near the end highlights resilience in facing emotional challenges.
This transition in tone marks a pivotal moment in the song, emphasizing personal growth and hope amidst struggle.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tell Me a Tale 4:12
- 2 I'm Getting Ready 2:24
- 3 I'll Get Along 3:30
- 4 Rest 3:52
- 5 Home Again 3:32
- 6 Bones 3:51
- 7 Always Waiting 4:31
- 8 I Won't Lie 4:06
- 9 Any Day Will Do Fine 3:41
- 10 Worry Walks Beside Me 4:59
- 11 Lasan 4:38
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