It Was the Best of Times
Supertramp · 1999
130 min · 21 tracks · progressive rock
A reflective blend of rock and progressive elements, weaving nostalgia with poignant lyrical storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- nostalgic reflections on life
- dynamic exploration of themes
- immersive storytelling through lyrics
- for contemplative afternoons
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1999, 'It Was the Best of Times' marked Supertramp's return after a lengthy hiatus since their last studio album in 1987. At this point, the band was navigating a changing musical landscape while still retaining their signature sound, showcasing a mix of new influences alongside familiar themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 It’s a Hard World 9:17
- 2 You Win, I Lose 4:36
- 3 Listen to Me Please 5:03
- 4 Ain’t Nobody but Me 6:14
- 5 Sooner or Later 7:35
- 6 Free as a Bird 4:49
- 7 Cannonball 7:53
- 8 From Now On 8:05
- 9 Breakfast in America 2:47
- 10 Give Me a Chance 4:39
- 11 Rudy 8:05
Disc 2
- 1 Downstream 3:53
- 2 Another Man’s Woman 11:21
- 3 Take the Long Way Home 5:10
- 4 Bloody Well Right 6:58
- 5 The Logical Song 4:04
- 6 Goodbye Stranger 6:52
- 7 School 6:27
- 8 And the Light 5:03
- 9 Don’t You Lie to Me 3:31
- 10 Crime of the Century 7:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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