Night on My Side cover

Night on My Side

Gemma Hayes · 2002

49 min · 12 tracks · pop music · rock music

A delicate blend of introspective lyrics and ethereal melodies, wrapped in a warm, folk-infused pop sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • introspective moments of reflection
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • warm melodies for quiet evenings
  • thoughtful lyrics for deep listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer instant gratification songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2002, 'Night on My Side' was Gemma Hayes' debut album, emerging after she had gained attention for her live performances in Ireland. This album established her as a distinctive voice in the Irish music scene and laid the groundwork for her subsequent work.
Stylistic neighbors
Lisa Hannigan· Fiona Apple· Sufjan Stevens

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Day One 1:46
  • 2 Hanging Around 3:35
  • 3 Back of My Hand 3:46
  • 4 Over & Over 3:44
  • 5 Let a Good Thing Go 3:49
  • 6 Ran for Miles 4:32
  • 7 What a Day 1:41
  • 8 Tear in My Side 4:03
  • 9 I Wanna Stay 6:58
  • 10 Lucky One (Bird of Cassadaga) 5:09
  • 11 My God 4:26
  • 12 Night on My Side 6:20

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