What makes Twelve Months, Eleven Days by Gary Barlow notable?

The album achieved commercial success, reaching the top ten in the UK Albums Chart and solidifying Barlow's position as a prominent solo artist. It received positive critical acclaim, noting Barlow's songwriting abilities and vocal talent, which helped pave the way for his future endeavors in music. Released in January 1999, Twelve Months, Eleven Days was Gary Barlow's first solo album after the disbandment of Take That. This record followed his successful career with the group, marking his transition into a solo artist and setting the stage for further explorations in pop music.

Who is Twelve Months, Eleven Days for?

Twelve Months, Eleven Days works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, heartfelt exploration of love and introspective themes of loss.

How many songs are on Twelve Months, Eleven Days?

Twelve Months, Eleven Days has 12 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Twelve Months, Eleven Days

Gary Barlow · 1999

54 min · 12 tracks · pop music

Melodic pop ballads intertwine with introspective lyrics, showcasing Barlow's emotional depth and vocal prowess.

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Top tracks — play these first

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For All That You Want — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its lush melodies and heartfelt lyrics, effectively introducing Barlow's artistic vision.
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Lie to Me — A standout ballad that showcases Barlow's vocal range, this track captures themes of vulnerability and emotional honesty that resonate throughout the album.
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Nothing Feels the Same — With its reflective lyrics and powerful delivery, this track encapsulates the essence of longing and change, marking it as a pivotal moment on the album.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and vocal performance but lacks standout tracks that elevate it further.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features mid-tempo ballads, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and arrangements.
Several tracks utilize layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing emotional delivery.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo reflective moments
heartfelt exploration of love
introspective themes of loss
evening solitude with soft melodies
thoughtful narratives in sequence

Maybe skip if you

seeking high-energy party tracks
prefer short standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in January 1999, Twelve Months, Eleven Days was Gary Barlow's first solo album after the disbandment of Take That. This record followed his successful career with the group, marking his transition into a solo artist and setting the stage for further explorations in pop music.
Stylistic neighbors: Take That· Robbie Williams· Westlife