Sensual Being
Archie Roach · 2002
56 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock
A soulful blend of folk and rock, infused with poignant storytelling and rich emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Alien Invasion Start here — This track opens the album with a powerful metaphorical exploration of displacement and cultural identity, setting the tone for the themes that follow.
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Life Is Worth Living — Here, Roach delivers an uplifting message about resilience and hope, showcasing his ability to weave personal experience into broader human themes.
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Cold Wind Blows — This track captures a sense of melancholy with its haunting melody and reflective lyrics, illustrating Roach's skillful storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective moments of quiet introspection
- soothing melodies for evening relaxation
- gentle storytelling with emotional depth
- cathartic themes of personal struggle
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- want high-energy party tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry in the catalog that doesn't fit primary roles like breakthrough or fan .
- Themes
- cultural identity· personal resilience· displacement narratives
- Career context
- By the time 'Sensual Being' was released in 2002, Archie Roach had already established himself as a significant voice in Australian music, following his acclaimed debut album 'Charcoal Lane' in 1990. This release marked his return after a five-year hiatus, showcasing his artistic growth and commitment to addressing personal and societal issues through music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul Kelly· The Waifs· Missy Higgins
Tracklist
- 1 Alien Invasion Start here 4:52
- 2 Life Is Worth Living 4:39
- 3 Just a Little Time 4:34
- 4 Will I See You Tonight 4:53
- 5 Mission Ratio Blues 4:08
- 6 Outside Your Window 4:47
- 7 Many Waters Rise 4:47
- 8 Cold Wind Blows 4:11
- 9 Free to Be a Man 3:50
- 10 Morning Star 4:58
- 11 Move It On 4:52
- 12 Small Child 5:35
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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