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Six Strings and a Sailboat

Jamie McDell · 2012

58 min · 16 tracks · pop music

A breezy blend of heartfelt melodies and introspective lyrics that captures the essence of youthful exploration and emotional depth.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Life in Sunshine — This opening track sets a bright tone with its upbeat tempo and optimistic lyrics, encapsulating the album's overall theme of joy and adventure.
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    You’ll Never Take That Away — This song stands out for its empowering message, blending strong vocals with a catchy chorus that resonates with listeners facing challenges.
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    Here to Stay — A poignant ballad that highlights McDell's vocal range and emotional depth, this track effectively showcases her ability to convey vulnerability.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • You’ll Never Take That Away

    The moment shifts from a reflective tone to a powerful declaration of resilience against adversity.

    This contrast between reflection and declaration emphasizes personal strength, making it a pivotal moment in the narrative arc of the album.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Life in Sunshine 3:33
  • 2 One Step Behind 3:45
  • 3 You’ll Never Take That Away 3:15
  • 4 Danny’s Song 3:28
  • 5 Angel 3:35
  • 6 Rewind 3:32
  • 7 Lie 3:33
  • 8 All I Need 3:12
  • 9 Stick With You 3:48
  • 10 Know My Heart 3:59
  • 11 Get Away 3:54
  • 12 Here to Stay 4:04
  • 13 Bring Me Home 4:17
  • 14 Gypsy Pirate (acoustic) 3:15
  • 15 Carry Me (acoustic) 4:12
  • 16 Grey Sky Blue (acoustic) 3:00

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