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This Is the Life

Amy Macdonald · 2007

44 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · indie pop · soft rock

Catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics weave through folk-infused pop, showcasing a fresh voice in the music scene.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with emotional highs
  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • heartfelt storytelling throughout
  • for uplifting road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid reflective listening experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'This Is the Life' was released in 2007, Amy Macdonald was just beginning her rise to fame. This debut album followed her breakthrough single 'Mr. Rock & Roll,' which had already garnered significant radio play and set the stage for her commercial success.
Stylistic neighbors
Laura Marling· Birdy· Lissie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mr Rock & Roll 3:35
  • 2 This Is the Life 3:05
  • 3 Poison Prince 3:28
  • 4 Youth of Today 4:00
  • 5 Run 3:50
  • 6 Let’s Start a Band 4:05
  • 7 Barrowland Ballroom 3:58
  • 8 L.A. 4:06
  • 9 A Wish for Something More 3:46
  • 10 Footballer’s Wife 5:06
  • 11 The Road to Home / Caledonia 5:28

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