One Day I'm Going to Soar
Dexys Midnight Runners · 2012
56 min · 11 tracks · new wave
A vibrant blend of soul-infused pop and new wave, echoing the band’s rich musical history with a modern twist.
Top tracks — play these first
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Now — Opening the album, this track sets the tone with its reflective lyrics and powerful instrumentation, embodying the band's introspective approach.
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I’m Always Going to Love You — This poignant ballad captures the essence of enduring love through its lush arrangements and emotive delivery from Rowland.
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I’m Thinking of You — The song features a compelling instrumental progression that evokes nostalgia while delivering an honest expression of longing.
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Free — With its upbeat rhythm and celebratory lyrics, this track stands out as an anthem of liberation and joy amidst the album's more somber themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong writing and production but lacks the lasting impact of their earlier work.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong brass section that sets a vibrant tone, and the instrumentation remains rich throughout, blending strings and horns with modern pop elements.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals, creating an engaging dialogue between the lead singer and backing harmonies.
- The pacing varies significantly; tracks like 'She Got a Wiggle' maintain an upbeat tempo, while others like 'Nowhere Is Home' slow down for introspection.
- The final track features a gradual fade-out, leaving listeners with a lingering sense of closure.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic reflections on love
- dynamic flow with emotional peaks
- for contemplative afternoons
- engaging storytelling through each track
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- One Day I'm Going to Soar marks Dexys Midnight Runners' first studio album in over twenty-five years, following their 1985 release, Don't Stand Me Down. The band, led by Kevin Rowland, was in a phase of artistic revival, seeking to reconnect with their roots while also exploring new musical territories.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Style Council· Madness· The Specials
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I’m Always Going to Love You
The verse shifts from personal reminiscence to a broader reflection on love's permanence, creating a sense of universality.
This transition deepens the emotional weight of the song, allowing listeners to contemplate both individual relationships and collective experiences.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Now 6:47
- 2 Lost 3:00
- 3 Me 4:17
- 4 She Got a Wiggle 4:27
- 5 You 3:32
- 6 I’m Thinking of You 7:02
- 7 I’m Always Going to Love You 5:38
- 8 Incapable of Love 5:30
- 9 Nowhere Is Home 4:57
- 10 Free 3:44
- 11 It’s O.K. John Joe 7:54
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