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On a Wing and a Prayer

Gerry Rafferty · 1992

57 min · 12 tracks · rock music

A reflective blend of rock and soft melodies, exploring themes of love, loss, and resilience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective flow
  • themes of love and loss
  • for late-night introspection
  • warm melodies for rainy days

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer short standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time ‘On a Wing and a Prayer’ was released in 1992, Gerry Rafferty had experienced a significant career shift. This album marked his return after a lengthy hiatus following the commercial success of his previous work, particularly the iconic 'Baker Street'. The late 80s had seen Rafferty grappling with personal struggles, making this album a poignant reflection of his journey back to music.
Stylistic neighbors
James Taylor· Paul Simon· Cat Stevens

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Time's Caught Up On You 4:22
  • 2 I See Red 4:07
  • 3 It's Easy to Talk 4:31
  • 4 I Could Be Wrong 4:02
  • 5 Don't Speak of My Heart 5:56
  • 6 Get Out of My Life Woman 4:13
  • 7 Don't Give up on Me 4:59
  • 8 Hang On 4:01
  • 9 Love and Affection 6:25
  • 10 Does He Know What He's Taken On 4:56
  • 11 The Light of Love 4:56
  • 12 Life Goes On 5:25

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