Life
Simply Red · 1991
47 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion · pop rock · soul
Soulful melodies intertwine with lush arrangements, capturing the essence of early '90s pop sophistication.
Why this album works
- Best for
- smooth, soulful listening experience reflective mood exploration melodic emotional connections
- Context
- Released in January 1991, 'Life' was Simply Red's fifth studio album and followed their successful 1989 release, 'A New Flame'. By this point, the band had solidified their status in the UK music scene, blending blue-eyed soul with pop-rock elements and achieving commercial success.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, pop rock, soul
Life is an album by Simply Red, released in 1991. Soulful melodies intertwine with lush arrangements, capturing the essence of early '90s pop sophistication. 'Life' peaked at number one on the UK Albums Chart and produced hits like 'Fairground', which became a staple in Simply Red's discography. The album's blend of genres and polished production helped define the sophisti-pop sound of the era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Life sound like?
Soulful melodies intertwine with lush arrangements, capturing the essence of early '90s pop sophistication. Rooted in jazz fusion and pop rock.
What makes Life by Simply Red notable?
'Life' peaked at number one on the UK Albums Chart and produced hits like 'Fairground', which became a staple in Simply Red's discography. The album's blend of genres and polished production helped define the sophisti-pop sound of the era. Released in January 1991, 'Life' was Simply Red's fifth studio album and followed their successful 1989 release, 'A New Flame'. By this point, the band had solidified their status in the UK music scene, blending blue-eyed soul with pop-rock elements and achieving commercial success.
Who is Life for?
Life works well if you're into smooth, soulful listening experience, reflective mood exploration and melodic emotional connections.
How many songs are on Life?
Life has 10 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Make Me Believe Standout 3:53
- 2 So Many People 5:20
- 3 Lives and Loves 3:21
- 4 Fairground Standout 5:33
- 5 Never Never Love 4:20
- 6 So Beautiful Standout 4:58
- 7 Hillside Avenue 4:46
- 8 Remembering the First Time 4:44
- 9 Out on the Range 6:01
- 10 We're in This Together 4:14
Release Date
January 1, 1991
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
47 min 17 sec
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