New Beginning cover

New Beginning

Tracy Chapman · 1995

64 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · blues · folk rock

Soulful melodies intertwine with poignant lyrics, reflecting resilience and introspection in a richly acoustic landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • reflective and introspective moments

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'New Beginning' was released in 1995, Tracy Chapman had already achieved significant acclaim with her self-titled debut in 1988 and the follow-up 'Crossroads' in 1995. This album marked a return after a brief hiatus and showcased her evolution as an artist, bridging personal narratives with broader social themes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Heaven's Here on Earth 5:23
  • 2 New Beginning 5:33
  • 3 Smoke and Ashes 6:39
  • 4 Cold Feet 5:40
  • 5 At This Point in My Life 5:09
  • 6 The Promise 5:28
  • 7 The Rape of the World 7:10
  • 8 Tell It Like It Is 6:05
  • 9 Give Me One Reason 4:31
  • 10 Remember the Tinman 5:45
  • 11 I'm Ready 4:56
  • 12 Save a Place for Me 1:48

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