Singles
Alison Moyet · 1995
74 min · 20 tracks · contemporary R&B · new wave
A collection of emotive ballads and synth-driven pop reflecting the depth of human experience.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments emotive ballads for intimate settings gradual emotional release throughout
- Context
- Released in 1995, 'Singles' serves as a retrospective compilation during a transitional phase for Alison Moyet, following her successful solo albums 'Alf' (1984) and 'Raindancing' (1987). At this point, she was aiming to consolidate her fanbase while exploring new musical directions after a period of relative commercial quietude in the early 90s.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, new wave
Singles is an album by Alison Moyet, released in 1995. A collection of emotive ballads and synth-driven pop reflecting the depth of human experience. 'Singles' highlights Moyet's versatility, featuring hits that charted across Europe, including 'Only You,' which remains one of her signature songs. The album received critical acclaim for its production quality and emotional depth, reinforcing her status as a prominent figure in contemporary pop and R&B. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Singles sound like?
A collection of emotive ballads and synth-driven pop reflecting the depth of human experience. Rooted in contemporary R&B and new wave.
What makes Singles by Alison Moyet notable?
'Singles' highlights Moyet's versatility, featuring hits that charted across Europe, including 'Only You,' which remains one of her signature songs. The album received critical acclaim for its production quality and emotional depth, reinforcing her status as a prominent figure in contemporary pop and R&B. Released in 1995, 'Singles' serves as a retrospective compilation during a transitional phase for Alison Moyet, following her successful solo albums 'Alf' (1984) and 'Raindancing' (1987). At this point, she was aiming to consolidate her fanbase while exploring new musical directions after a period of relative commercial quietude in the early 90s.
Who is Singles for?
Singles works well if you're into steady pacing for reflective moments, emotive ballads for intimate settings and gradual emotional release throughout.
How many songs are on Singles?
Singles has 20 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face 3:19
- 2 Only You Standout 3:12
- 3 Nobody’s Diary Standout 4:31
- 4 Winter Kills 4:04
- 5 Love Resurrection Standout 3:52
- 6 All Cried Out 3:42
- 7 Invisible 4:08
- 8 That Ole Devil Called Love 3:05
- 9 Is This Love? 4:01
- 10 Weak in the Presence of Beauty 3:33
- 11 Ordinary Girl 3:08
- 12 Love Letters 2:51
- 13 It Won’t Be Long 4:09
- 14 Wishing You Were Here 3:58
- 15 This House 3:55
- 16 Falling 3:39
- 17 Whispering Your Name 3:49
- 18 Getting Into Something 4:15
- 19 Ode to Boy II 2:57
- 20 Solid Wood 4:37
Release Date
January 1, 1995
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
74 min 54 sec
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