Light House cover

Released 40 years ago

Light House

Kim Carnes · 1986

40 min · 10 tracks · country · folk · pop rock

A smooth blend of pop rock and soft melodies wrapped in introspective lyrics and Carnes' distinctive voice.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective vibes
  • introspective lyrics for quiet moments
  • smooth melodies for relaxed listening
  • engaging storytelling in each track

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, upbeat songs
  • seeking immediate catchy hooks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1986, 'Light House' was Kim Carnes' seventh studio album, following her commercial breakthrough with 'Mistaken Identity' in 1981. By this time, she had established herself as a notable figure in the pop rock genre, exploring more personal themes in her songwriting as she shifted away from the mainstream hits of her earlier career.
Stylistic neighbors
Toni Childs· Linda Ronstadt· Pat Benatar

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Divided Hearts 4:08
  • 2 I'd Lie to You for Your Love 3:43
  • 3 Black and White 5:19
  • 4 Piece of the Sky 3:24
  • 5 You Say You Love Me (But I Know You Don't) 2:48
  • 6 Dancin' at the Lighthouse 3:51
  • 7 Love Me Like You Never Did Before 4:44
  • 8 Along With the Radio 4:50
  • 9 Only Lonely Love 3:58
  • 10 That's Where the Trouble Lies 3:29

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