Please cover

Released 33 years ago this July

Please

Matt Nathanson · 1993

42 min · 13 tracks · folk

A heartfelt blend of acoustic melodies and introspective lyrics that capture youthful longing and vulnerability.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing through introspective themes
  • heartfelt melodies for quiet moments
  • youthful longing and vulnerability
  • consistent flow with emotional depth

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification or energy
  • prefer standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1993, 'Please' is Matt Nathanson's debut album, marking his entry into the music scene following years of local performances in San Francisco. At this point, Nathanson was still refining his sound, transitioning from a hopeful artist playing small clubs to someone ready to share his work on a broader scale.
Stylistic neighbors
Gavin DeGraw· Jason Mraz· John Mayer

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Solace and Pain 3:03
  • 2 Continue Dreaming 3:06
  • 3 King of the Mountain 3:31
  • 4 Broken 2:33
  • 5 Illusions 2:50
  • 6 Hold Me 2:56
  • 7 Never Forget My Memories 2:55
  • 8 Lost Myself in Search of You 2:44
  • 9 Pity 3:36
  • 10 Lie 4:15
  • 11 Naked 3:33
  • 12 Don't Worship Me 2:25
  • 13 Harbor 4:33

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