The Crossing
Sophie B. Hawkins · 2012
68 min · 17 tracks · pop music
A blend of introspective pop and rock melodies, layered with Sophie B. Hawkins' emotive vocals and rich storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Betchya Got a Cure for Me — This track represents the album's infectious energy and catchy chorus, encapsulating Hawkins' signature blend of vulnerability and strength.
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Georgia — With its poignant lyrics and soulful delivery, this song showcases Hawkins' ability to evoke deep emotions while maintaining melodic appeal.
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Gone Baby — This standout track features haunting melodies and powerful storytelling, marking a significant moment in the album where introspection meets artistic bravado.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- soulful melodies for reflective moments
- for late-night listening
- rich storytelling through varied pacing
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Crossing marks Sophie B. Hawkins’ return after a long hiatus since her 2004 album, showcasing her evolution as an artist in the folk-pop landscape. By 2012, she had transitioned from commercial hits to a more personal sound, reflecting growth in both her music and lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tori Amos· Alanis Morissette· Sheryl Crow
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Heart and Soul of a Woman
The bridge shifts perspectives to describe the complexities of womanhood and empowerment with striking imagery.
This structural choice invites listeners into a more intimate understanding of female experience, breaking away from conventional narratives.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Betchya Got a Cure for Me 3:21
- 2 Sinnerman 3:03
- 3 The Land the Sea and the Sky 4:15
- 4 Georgia 3:58
- 5 Missing 3:06
- 6 Heart and Soul of a Woman 4:02
- 7 Life Is a River 4:40
- 8 Miles Away 3:00
- 9 I Don’t Need You 5:27
- 10 Gone Baby 6:00
- 11 A Child 3:51
- 12 Dream St & Chance 3:47
- 13 Red Bird 4:34
- 14 Betchya Got a Cure for Me (long) 4:14
- 15 Damn, I Wish I Was Your Lover (ac) 4:40
- 16 Missing (original demo) 3:26
- 17 As I Lay Me Down (ac) 3:30
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