Theology cover

Released 19 years ago this June

Theology

Sinéad O'Connor · 2007

97 min · 24 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · indie pop

A contemplative blend of folk and spiritual themes, layered with Sinéad O'Connor's evocative vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • contemplative moments of introspection
  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • soulful reflections on spirituality
  • engaging storytelling through layered vocals

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2007, Sinéad O'Connor released 'Theology' as a return to her roots after a period of personal and artistic turmoil. This album followed her 2005 release 'Throw Down Your Arms' and marked a significant shift towards exploring spirituality and faith, embracing her Irish heritage. As she navigated both public scrutiny and her evolving identity, this record represented a deeply introspective phase in her career.
Stylistic neighbors
Tori Amos· PJ Harvey· Kate Bush

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Something Beautiful 5:29
  • 2 We People Who Are Darker Than Blue 3:56
  • 3 Out of the Depths 5:06
  • 4 Dark I Am Yet Lovely 4:11
  • 5 If You Had a Vineyard 6:18
  • 6 Watcher of Men 2:34
  • 7 33 2:33
  • 8 The Glory of Jah 3:32
  • 9 Whomsoever Dwells 2:53
  • 10 Rivers of Babylon 3:39
  • 11 Hosanna Filio David 0:44
  • 12 [bonus interview: Sinead talks about "Something Beautiful"; growing up in Ireland; the Dublin and London sessions; studying theology] 6:27

Disc 2

  • 1 Something Beautiful 5:15
  • 2 We People Who Are Darker Than Blue 4:24
  • 3 Out of the Depths 5:03
  • 4 33 2:43
  • 5 Dark I Am Yet Lovely 3:30
  • 6 I Don't Know How to Love Him 4:13
  • 7 If You Had a Vineyard 6:33
  • 8 The Glory of Jah 4:55
  • 9 Watcher of Men 3:18
  • 10 Whomsoever Dwells 5:34
  • 11 Rivers of Babylon 4:28
  • 12 [bonus interview]

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