It's Only Love
Simply Red · 2000
76 min · 19 tracks · jazz fusion
A smooth blend of soul and pop, driven by heartfelt vocals and lush instrumental arrangements that evoke deep emotion.
Top tracks — play these first
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If You Don’t Know Me by Now Start here — This track encapsulates Simply Red's ability to convey vulnerability through passionate vocals and a soulful arrangement, making it a standout cover that resonates with many listeners.
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Holding Back the Years — This song's reflective lyrics about regret and longing are paired with a haunting melody, showcasing Mick Hucknall’s emotive vocal delivery that defines the band's sound.
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It’s Only Love — The title track combines upbeat instrumentation with lyrics exploring love's complexities, capturing the essence of Simply Red's blend of joy and introspection.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for evening relaxation
- intimate moments of reflection
- smooth melodies for quiet nights
- heartfelt lyrics resonate deeply
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
- seek upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — This album showcases Simply Red's continued appeal and solidifies their status in pop and soul.
- Themes
- nostalgic ballads· smooth jazz influences· intimate love reflections
- Career context
- By the time 'It's Only Love' was released in 2000, Simply Red had already established themselves as a prominent act in the UK music scene with hits like 'Holding Back the Years'. This album came after their successful 'Love and The Russian Winter', showcasing a continued evolution in their sound while maintaining their signature blue-eyed soul style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sade· Seal· Jamiroquai
Tracklist
- 1 If You Don’t Know Me by Now Start here 3:25
- 2 Holding Back the Years 4:30
- 3 Say You Love Me 3:43
- 4 The Air That I Breathe 4:25
- 5 It’s Only Love 4:59
- 6 You’ve Got It 3:56
- 7 Ev’ry Time We Say Goodbye 3:26
- 8 For Your Babies 4:19
- 9 Lady Godivas Room 2:55
- 10 Your Eyes (Mousse T acoustic) 3:51
- 11 Thank You 4:01
- 12 Remembering the First Time 4:45
- 13 Angel 4:03
- 14 Night Nurse 3:56
- 15 Never Never Love 4:21
- 16 More 4:09
- 17 Mellow My Mind 3:57
- 18 Stars 4:09
- 19 Ain’t That a Lot of Love 3:52
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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