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Released 20 years ago

Roughly Speaking

April Wine · 2006

24 min · 8 tracks · hard rock

A blend of melodic rock and introspective lyrics, exploring themes of longing and personal struggles against a backdrop of classic instrumentation.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Saw Someone (That Wasn't There) — This track opens the album with a catchy melody and relatable themes of nostalgia, setting the tone for the reflective nature of the record.
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    I've Read Enough for Now (I Wanna Go Home) — This song combines upbeat instrumentation with poignant lyrics about yearning for simplicity, exemplifying the album's introspective vibe.
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    If You're Comin' (I'm Out of Here) — At just over a minute long, this brief track delivers a punchy and humorous take on relationships, adding variety to the album's emotional palette.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • concise listening sessions
  • reflective mood exploration
  • melodic storytelling moments
  • thoughtful lyrical journeys

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, Roughly Speaking is April Wine's thirteenth studio album, arriving after a decade-long hiatus. The band sought to reconnect with their roots while updating their sound to appeal to both new and longtime fans.
Stylistic neighbors
Boston· Foreigner· Journey

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Saw Someone (That Wasn't There) 3:59
  • 2 I've Read Enough for Now (I Wanna Go Home) 2:46
  • 3 Night Life 3:18
  • 4 Sheila 3:35
  • 5 You Don't Even Know (How I Love You So) 3:01
  • 6 I Am, I Am 3:23
  • 7 Life Goes On 3:26
  • 8 If You're Comin' (I'm Out of Here) 1:19

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