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The Spirit Room

Michelle Branch · 2001

42 min · 11 tracks · folk

A blend of confessional lyrics and catchy melodies, bridging pop sensibilities with folk influences.

Why this album works

'The Spirit Room' achieved critical acclaim, reaching number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart and being certified multi-platinum. Its lead single, 'Everywhere,' became a defining anthem of the era, propelling Branch into international stardom and influencing a wave of female singer-songwriters in the pop genre.
Best for
steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions contemplative emotional reflections
Context
Released on August 14, 2001, 'The Spirit Room' was Michelle Branch's debut album, marking her entry into the mainstream music scene. The album followed her early work which garnered attention through local performances and a self-released EP. With this debut, she established herself as a prominent voice in the early 2000s pop-folk landscape.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Everywhere Standout 3:36
  • 2 You Get Me 3:54
  • 3 All You Wanted Standout 3:38
  • 4 You Set Me Free 3:11
  • 5 Something to Sleep To 4:15
  • 6 Here With Me 3:25
  • 7 Sweet Misery 3:43
  • 8 If Only She Knew 4:19
  • 9 I’d Rather Be in Love 3:55
  • 10 Goodbye to You Standout 4:11
  • 11 Drop in the Ocean 4:18

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