Silverbird cover

Silverbird

Leo Sayer · 1974

57 min · 14 tracks · pop music

A vibrant mix of pop melodies and introspective lyrics, wrapped in Leo Sayer's distinctive vocal warmth.

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1974, 'Silverbird' was Leo Sayer's debut album, marking the beginning of his career as a solo artist after transitioning from a songwriter. At this point, Sayer was gaining recognition for his unique voice and lyrical storytelling, preparing him for the commercial success that would follow in subsequent years.
Stylistic neighbors
Bee Gees· Deniece Williams· Grace Jones

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Innocent Bystander 3:04
  • 2 Goodnight Old Friend 2:51
  • 3 Drop Back 3:29
  • 4 Silverbird 1:14
  • 5 The Show Must Go On 3:36
  • 6 The Dancer 4:30
  • 7 Tomorrow 4:13
  • 8 Don’t Say It’s Over 3:16
  • 9 Slow Motion 1:45
  • 10 Oh Wot a Life 2:55
  • 11 Why Is Everybody Going Home? 4:19
  • 12 Living in America 2:47
  • 13 Quicksand 2:45
  • 14 Leo’s Story 17:12

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata