Twenty 1 cover

Twenty 1

Chicago · 1991

52 min · 12 tracks · jazz fusion · pop rock · soft rock

Smooth melodies interweave with rich harmonies, creating a polished adult contemporary sound that defines Chicago's early '90s aesthetic.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo listening experience
  • smooth melodies for relaxation
  • rich harmonies for evening ambiance
  • thoughtful reflections during quiet moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 29, 1991, 'Twenty 1' came during a transitional period for Chicago. Following the commercial success of their previous albums in the '80s, this effort marks their attempt to adapt to changing musical landscapes while still retaining their signature soft rock sound.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Explain It to My Heart 4:46
  • 2 If It Were You 4:42
  • 3 You Come to My Senses 3:50
  • 4 Somebody, Somewhere 4:22
  • 5 What Does It Take 4:38
  • 6 One From the Heart 4:44
  • 7 Chasin’ the Wind 4:19
  • 8 God Save the Queen 4:20
  • 9 Man to Woman 3:57
  • 10 Only Time Can Heal the Wounded 4:44
  • 11 Who Do You Love 3:19
  • 12 Holdin’ On 4:14

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