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Unchain My Heart

Joe Cocker · 1987

42 min · 10 tracks · blues

Soulful blues-infused rock intertwines with heartfelt ballads, showcasing Cocker's gravelly voice and emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo emotional flow
  • heartfelt ballads for reflection
  • soulful vocals for late evenings
  • intimate moments of connection

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1987, Joe Cocker was navigating a resurgence in his career after the commercial success of his 1982 album 'Sheffield Steel'. 'Unchain My Heart' marked his return to studio recordings and came at a time when he was re-establishing himself as a significant voice in rock and blues music. This album followed a period of fluctuating popularity and showcased Cocker's ability to blend genres while maintaining his distinct vocal style.
Stylistic neighbors
Leonard Cohen· Rod Stewart· Paul Rogers

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Unchain My Heart 5:05
  • 2 Two Wrongs 4:03
  • 3 I Stand in Wonder 4:22
  • 4 The River’s Rising 4:10
  • 5 Isolation 3:51
  • 6 All Our Tomorrows 4:24
  • 7 A Woman Loves a Man 4:15
  • 8 Trust in Me 4:14
  • 9 The One 4:37
  • 10 Satisfied 3:28

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