No Place in Heaven cover

No Place in Heaven

Mika · 2015

48 min · 14 tracks · alternative rock · power pop · glam rock

Vibrant pop melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, exploring themes of love and identity against a colorful backdrop.

Why this album works

The album debuted at number one on the Italian Albums Chart, showcasing Mika's continued popularity in Europe. Its singles received significant radio play, increasing his visibility in the pop genre and reinforcing his status as an artist who bridges mainstream appeal with personal storytelling. Critics noted its exploration of LGBTQ+ themes, marking it as a culturally relevant work during a time of heightened discussions around identity.
Career context
Released on June 15, 2015, 'No Place in Heaven' is Mika's fourth studio album, coming three years after his previous release, 'The Origin of Love'. By this point, Mika had established himself as a pop artist with a distinct flair for theatricality and lyrical depth, having faced the challenge of maintaining relevance in a rapidly changing music landscape.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Talk About You 3:23
  • 2 All She Wants 3:39
  • 3 Last Party 3:39
  • 4 Good Guys Standout 3:23
  • 5 Oh Girl, You’re the Devil 2:51
  • 6 No Place in Heaven Standout 3:20
  • 7 Staring at the Sun Standout 3:35
  • 8 Hurts 3:37
  • 9 Good Wife 3:18
  • 10 Rio 4:08
  • 11 Ordinary Man 3:46
  • 12 Promiseland 2:59
  • 13 Porcelain 3:19
  • 14 Good Guys (Night Time mix) 3:37

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata