Paul Young
Paul Young · 1997
58 min · 12 tracks · rhythm and blues
Soulful melodies intertwine with reflective lyrics, showcasing a mature sound that blends rock and rhythm and blues.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ball and Chain — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its evocative storytelling and powerful vocal delivery, capturing themes of heartache and resilience.
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I Wish You Love — This cover showcases Young's ability to reinterpret classic standards, melding his soulful voice with a lush arrangement that breathes new life into the song.
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Across the Borderline — A poignant exploration of longing and identity, this track stands out for its emotional depth and rich instrumentation, highlighting Young's growth as an artist.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- introspective reflections on love
- soulful moments for quiet nights
- thoughtful listening during solitude
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat party anthems
- seek fast-paced, punchy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, this self-titled album came as Paul Young's first studio effort in seven years, following the commercial success of his previous albums like 'No Parlez'. At this stage, Young aimed to reconnect with his audience after a period of relative quietness in his career, experimenting with more diverse musical influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Simply Red· Seal· Billy Ocean
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ball and Chain 5:12
- 2 I Wish You Love 4:52
- 3 Tularosa 5:55
- 4 Vanish 3:46
- 5 Hard Cargo 5:40
- 6 Say Goodbye 4:10
- 7 In a Dream Gone By 4:07
- 8 You'd Better Run Away 3:39
- 9 Across the Borderline 5:39
- 10 Then There's You 3:55
- 11 It Was a Very Good Year 4:56
- 12 Window World 6:29
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