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I Was Born to Love You

Eric Carmen · 2000

40 min · 10 tracks · pop rock · power pop

A lush blend of pop rock melodies and heartfelt ballads that captures the essence of romance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic progression throughout
  • heartfelt moments for romantic evenings
  • for nostalgic reflections
  • engaging sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • avoid sentimental or romantic themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2000, 'I Was Born to Love You' marks Eric Carmen's return after a long hiatus since his last solo album in 1998. This album showcases Carmen's ability to merge his signature power pop sound with more mature themes, reflecting a transitional phase in his career as he re-engaged with the music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Raspberries· Todd Rundgren· The Cars

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Was Born to Love You 4:31
  • 2 Someone That You Loved Before 4:03
  • 3 Every Time I Make Love to You 5:27
  • 4 Cartoon World 4:35
  • 5 Almost Paradise 4:24
  • 6 Top Down Summer 3:30
  • 7 Isn’t it Romantic 3:58
  • 8 I Could Really Love You 3:09
  • 9 (I Wanna Take) Forever Tonight 4:18
  • 10 Walk Away Renee 2:40

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