Son of a Plumber
Per Gessle · 2005
72 min · 25 tracks · pop music
A whimsical blend of playful pop melodies and introspective lyrics wrapped in a nostalgic warmth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical melodies for daydreaming
- nostalgic warmth for reflective moments
- playful tunes for lighthearted gatherings
- wave-like pacing for casual listening
- brief tracks for quick enjoyment
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking intense emotional depth
- prefer long immersive narratives
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Gessle's solo career after Roxette, gaining critical acclaim and commercial success.
- Themes
- nostalgic reflections· playful introspection· musical homage· carefree celebrations
- Career context
- Released on November 23, 2005, 'Son of a Plumber' marked Per Gessle's first solo album after his successful career with Roxette. At this point, Gessle was exploring a more personal sound, distinct from the commercial pop hits that defined his previous work. This album allowed him to showcase his songwriting prowess and creativity outside of the duo's mainstream appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Roxette· ABBA· The Cardigans
- If this clicks, go next to
- En händig man — Continues the playful pop vibe while introducing fresh melodic elements.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Illinois by Sufjan Stevens — Shares whimsical melodies and introspective storytelling with a warm, nostalgic atmosphere.Rockin' the Suburbs by Ben Folds — Combines playful pop sensibilities with personal lyrics, reflecting on life’s quirks and nostalgia.Give Up by The Postal Service — Features a blend of melodic pop and introspective lyrics, wrapped in a cozy electronic soundscape.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Drowning in Wonderful Thoughts About Her".
Disc 1
- 1 Drowning in Wonderful Thoughts About Her Start here 2:46
- 2 Jo‐Anna Says 3:23
- 3 I Have a Party in My Head (I Hope It Never Ends) 2:06
- 4 C’Mon 2:58
- 5 Week With Four Thursdays 2:10
- 6 Hey Mr. DJ (Won’t You Play Another Love Song) 3:43
- 7 Late, Later On 3:53
- 8 Ronnie Lane 1:04
- 9 Are You an Old Hippie, Sir? 1:42
- 10 Double‐Headed Elvis 1:22
- 11 Something in the System 1:31
- 12 Speed Boat to Cuba 1:47
- 13 Come Back Tomorrow (and We Do It Again) 2:08
Disc 2
- 1 Kurt - The Fastest Plumber in the West 1:37
- 2 I Never Quite Got Over the Fact That the Beatles Broke Up 4:09
- 3 Substitute (for the Real Deal) 3:08
- 4 Waltz for Woody 1:03
- 5 Carousel 2:28
- 6 I Like It Like That 3:34
- 7 Something Happened Today 2:46
- 8 Brilliant Career 2:29
- 9 Burned Out Heart 3:42
- 10 Drowning in Wonderful Thoughts About Her (reprise) 0:57
- 11 Making Love or Expecting Rain 4:59
- 12 Jo‐Anna Says (reprise) 10:45
What to play next
This album is considered a Breakthrough in Per Gessle's catalog. Established Gessle's solo career after Roxette, gaining critical acclaim and commercial success.
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