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The Lover in Me

Sheena Easton · 1988

49 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B · country · pop rock

Smooth R&B grooves blend with pop sensibilities, showcasing Easton's emotive vocals and lyrical vulnerability.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo smoothness
  • emotive vocals for introspection
  • for evening relaxation
  • lyrical vulnerability and warmth

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced music
  • seek high-energy party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1988, 'The Lover in Me' was Sheena Easton’s fifth studio album, following her commercial peak with the hit 'Strut' from 1984. By this time, she had established herself as a versatile artist in the adult contemporary and pop scenes, transitioning into more mature themes in her music.
Stylistic neighbors
Kenny Loggins· Toni Braxton· Debbie Gibson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 No Deposit, No Return 5:55
  • 2 The Lover in Me 5:03
  • 3 Follow My Rainbow 4:55
  • 4 Without You 5:37
  • 5 If It’s Meant to Last 4:07
  • 6 Days Like This 5:07
  • 7 One Love 4:54
  • 8 101 4:06
  • 9 Cool Love 4:03
  • 10 Fire and Rain 5:56

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