If My Heart Had Wings
Melissa Manchester · 1995
41 min · 10 tracks · pop music
A lush blend of heartfelt melodies and introspective lyrics that capture the essence of love's complexities.
Top tracks — play these first
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The House That Love Built Start here — This opening track sets a poignant tone for the album, combining Manchester's emotive vocals with an uplifting message about love as a foundation for life.
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If My Heart Had Wings — The title track encapsulates the album’s overarching theme of aspiration and yearning, showcasing Manchester’s vocal range and lyrical depth beautifully.
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Moments Like This — With its reflective lyrics and serene melody, this track highlights Manchester's ability to convey deep emotions through storytelling, making it a standout moment on the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic exploration of love
- heartfelt vocals for intimate moments
- for reflective afternoons
- consistent pacing for easy listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer standalone singles over albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases Manchester's enduring talent after a long hiatus, resonating with audiences.
- Career context
- Released in 1995, If My Heart Had Wings marked Melissa Manchester's return to recording after a seven-year hiatus since her last studio album, 1989's Tribute. This album showcases her enduring talent as a singer-songwriter while navigating the changing landscape of pop music in the mid-90s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Carole King· Linda Ronstadt· James Taylor
Tracklist
- 1 The House That Love Built Start here 4:27
- 2 In a Perfect World 4:16
- 3 If My Heart Had Wings 4:16
- 4 Heart of Love 4:25
- 5 To Be in Love With Me 3:58
- 6 Here to Love You 4:29
- 7 Higher Ground 4:21
- 8 Crazy People 2:35
- 9 Moments Like This 4:44
- 10 Don’t Let Me Walk This Road Alone 4:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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