The Art of Love cover

The Art of Love

Sandra · 2007

54 min · 13 tracks · pop music

A lush blend of synth-pop melodies and danceable beats that captures the essence of early 2000s Eurodisco.

Top tracks — play these first

  • →
    What D’Ya Think of Me Start here — This track serves as the album's lead single, showcasing an infectious chorus and upbeat production that epitomizes Sandra's dance-pop roots. Its commercial success helped re-establish her presence in the music industry.
  • →
    Dear God… If You Exist — A poignant ballad that juxtaposes introspective lyrics with lush instrumentation, it highlights Sandra's ability to convey emotion through melody. The track stands out as a reflective moment amidst the upbeat tracks.
  • →
    Casino Royale — With its playful nod to the James Bond theme, this track combines catchy hooks with sophisticated production, representing a fun aspect of the album’s diverse soundscape. Its clever lyrics make it memorable.
  • →
    Put Your Arms Around Me — This romantic anthem features heartfelt lyrics and a sweeping chorus that exemplifies Sandra's lyrical prowess and vocal delivery. It's a standout love song on the record.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove throughout
  • infectious melodies for sing-alongs
  • uplifting themes of love exploration
  • emotive lyrics for personal reflection

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer fast-paced, high-energy tracks
  • seek standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows Sandra's revival with a contemporary sound after earlier successes.
Themes
early 2000s revival· dance floor romance· Eurodisco nostalgia
Career context
When Sandra released The Art of Love in 2007, she was in a period of artistic revival following her earlier successes in the 1980s and 1990s. This album marked her return to the music scene after a brief hiatus, showcasing a modernized sound while retaining her signature style. It was her first studio album since 2002's The Wheel of Time.
Stylistic neighbors
Modern Talking· Sandy Marton· Bad Boys Blue

Tracklist

  • 1 What D’Ya Think of Me Start here 4:34
  • 2 The Way I Am 3:31
  • 3 The Art of Love 4:14
  • 4 What Is It About Me 3:54
  • 5 Dear God… If You Exist 4:27
  • 6 Silence Beside Me 3:38
  • 7 Once Upon a Time 4:52
  • 8 Put Your Arms Around Me 5:05
  • 9 What’s Left to Say 4:36
  • 10 Casino Royale 3:51
  • 11 Love Is the Price 3:23
  • 12 Shadow of Power 3:36
  • 13 All You Zombies 5:03

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata