Songs for You, Truths for Me
James Morrison · 2008
83 min · 21 tracks · pop rock · soul · neo soul
A heartfelt blend of soulful melodies and introspective lyrics that resonate with emotional depth.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number four on the UK Albums Chart and featured hit singles like 'You Make It Real,' which received significant radio play and contributed to Morrison's growing popularity. Its commercial success helped establish him as a key figure in the neo-soul and pop-rock genres during the late 2000s.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions introspective reflective moments
- Context
- Released on September 30, 2008, 'Songs for You, Truths for Me' is James Morrison's sophomore album following his debut 'Undiscovered' (2006), which catapulted him to fame. At this point in his career, Morrison sought to solidify his standing in the UK music scene and expand his artistic expression.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ed Sheeran· Muse· Kim Wilde· Sting· Mark Knopfler· The Chemical Brothers· Adele· Ocean Colour Scene
- If this clicks, go next to
- The Awakening — Continues the emotional depth with a more mature sound and introspective themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Only Night 3:38
- 2 Get to You 3:33
- 3 You Make It Real Standout 3:29
- 4 Broken Strings Standout 4:11
- 5 On the Same Side 4:07
- 6 Nothing Ever Hurt Like You 3:53
- 7 Please Don't Stop the Rain Standout 3:54
- 8 Save Yourself 3:01
- 9 Once When I Was Little 4:42
- 10 Precious Love 3:37
- 11 If You Don't Wanna Love Me 4:15
- 12 Fix the World Up for You 3:35
- 13 Dream On Hayley 3:33
- 14 Love Is Hard 3:53
Disc 2
- 1 You Make It Real Standout 3:47
- 2 Once When I Was Little 5:05
- 3 If You Don't Wanna Love Me 4:21
- 4 You Give Me Something 4:42
- 5 Broken Strings Standout 4:45
- 6 Wonderful World 3:30
- 7 Man In The Mirror 4:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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