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Real as I Wanna Be

Cliff Richard · 1998

57 min · 13 tracks · pop rock · rock & roll · contemporary Christian music

A blend of heartfelt ballads and uplifting pop anthems that resonate with personal reflection and emotional depth.

Why this album works

Best for
steady mid-tempo reflective journey uplifting anthems for personal reflection heartfelt ballads for emotional resonance
Context
By 1998, Cliff Richard was a seasoned artist celebrating four decades in the music industry. 'Real as I Wanna Be' marked his first studio album release after a brief hiatus since 'The Album' in 1993, showcasing a return to his pop roots while exploring contemporary themes.
If you like
pop rock, rock & roll, contemporary Christian music

Real as I Wanna Be is an album by Cliff Richard, released in 1998. A blend of heartfelt ballads and uplifting pop anthems that resonate with personal reflection and emotional depth. This album achieved notable commercial success, reaching the UK Albums Chart and contributing to Richard's enduring legacy in pop music. It also received positive critical reception, emphasizing its blend of pop and Christian themes, further solidifying Richard's crossover appeal in both genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Real as I Wanna Be sound like?

A blend of heartfelt ballads and uplifting pop anthems that resonate with personal reflection and emotional depth. Rooted in pop rock and rock & roll.

What makes Real as I Wanna Be by Cliff Richard notable?

This album achieved notable commercial success, reaching the UK Albums Chart and contributing to Richard's enduring legacy in pop music. It also received positive critical reception, emphasizing its blend of pop and Christian themes, further solidifying Richard's crossover appeal in both genres. By 1998, Cliff Richard was a seasoned artist celebrating four decades in the music industry. 'Real as I Wanna Be' marked his first studio album release after a brief hiatus since 'The Album' in 1993, showcasing a return to his pop roots while exploring contemporary themes.

Who is Real as I Wanna Be for?

Real as I Wanna Be works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective journey, uplifting anthems for personal reflection and heartfelt ballads for emotional resonance.

How many songs are on Real as I Wanna Be?

Real as I Wanna Be has 13 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·57:19

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

  • 1 Real as I Wanna Be Standout 4:31
  • 2 Even If It Breaks My Heart Standout 3:44
  • 3 Can’t Keep This Feeling In 3:49
  • 4 Climbing Up Mount Everest 3:01
  • 5 United for Evermore 4:20
  • 6 She Makes Me Feel Like a Man 5:37
  • 7 Butterfly Kisses Standout 5:13
  • 8 Snowfall on the Sahara 4:25
  • 9 Woman and a Man 4:47
  • 10 Till I’m Home Again 5:14
  • 11 Come Back to Me 4:46
  • 12 The Miracle 3:27
  • 13 Vita Mia 4:17

Release Date

January 1, 1998

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

57 min 19 sec