Released 10 years ago
Seven Sonnets & a Song
Paul Kelly · 2016
19 min · 7 tracks · Australian rock
Intimate, lyrical reflections merge classical poetry with contemporary folk sensibilities through Kelly's poignant storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate reflections on love
- brief yet poignant storytelling
- thoughtful moments for quiet contemplation
- conversational tones and lyrical depth
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles over collections
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Seven Sonnets & a Song' was released in January 2016, Paul Kelly was already an established figure in Australian music, known for his diverse songwriting and storytelling. This album followed his previous release 'Life Is Fine' (2017), showcasing a unique artistic direction as he set Shakespearean sonnets to music, demonstrating his continual evolution as a songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Crowded House· Midnight Oil· Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sonnet 138 2:40
- 2 Sonnet 73 1:54
- 3 Sonnet 18 3:19
- 4 My True Love Hath My Heart 2:46
- 5 Sonnets 44 & 45 3:11
- 6 Sonnet 60 3:27
- 7 O Mistress Mine (Clown's Song From Twelfth Night) 2:06
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