What makes Listening for the Weather by Bic Runga notable?

The album received critical acclaim and was nominated for Best Female Solo Artist at the 2004 New Zealand Music Awards, showcasing Runga's continued influence in the local music landscape. Its release further established her as a prominent artist in New Zealand, contributing to the global recognition of Kiwi pop music during the early 2000s. Listening for the Weather was Bic Runga's third studio album, released in 2003 after her successful sophomore effort, Beautiful Collision. At this point in her career, Runga had solidified her reputation as a leading figure in New Zealand's pop music scene, following up on her earlier hits with a more mature sound that explored deeper themes.

How many songs are on Listening for the Weather?

Listening for the Weather has 3 tracks, running approximately 9 minutes.

Listening for the Weather

Bic Runga · 2003

9 min · 3 tracks · pop music

A delicate blend of introspective lyrics and airy melodies that evoke a sense of longing and nostalgia.

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Listening for the Weather — This title track encapsulates the album's overarching theme of introspection, combining haunting melodies with reflective lyrics about uncertainty and change.
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Counting the Days (live) — This live rendition captures Runga's raw emotional delivery, highlighting her ability to connect deeply with an audience through simplicity and sincerity.
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The Be All and End All (live) — This track showcases Runga’s lyrical depth and melodic prowess, emphasizing her growth as an artist while delivering a poignant performance.

Tracklist

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

1 Listening for the Weather 3:27
2 Counting the Days (live) 2:15
3 The Be All and End All (live) 3:36

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