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When I Look Down That Road

Melissa Manchester · 2004

49 min · 12 tracks · pop music

A reflective blend of pop balladry and soulful storytelling, infused with warmth and nostalgia.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective moments of nostalgia
  • steady melodic progression throughout
  • warm storytelling for quiet evenings
  • heartfelt ballads for introspection
  • gentle soundscapes for relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer instant gratification music

Where this album fits

Career context
When I Look Down That Road marks Melissa Manchester’s return to the music scene after a hiatus following her last studio album in 1995. By 2004, she had transitioned from mainstream pop stardom into a more introspective phase of her career, focusing on personal themes and mature songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Carole King· Linda Ronstadt· James Taylor

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I’ll Know You by Your Heart 4:35
  • 2 Angels Dancing 5:07
  • 3 Bend 4:20
  • 4 When Paris Was a Woman 5:24
  • 5 After All This Time 3:51
  • 6 Lucky Break 3:39
  • 7 When I Look Down That Road 3:09
  • 8 Where the Truth Lies 4:01
  • 9 TYFYFIM (Thank You for Your Faith in Me) 3:47
  • 10 Still Myself 3:38
  • 11 Crazy Loving You 4:02
  • 12 A Mother’s Prayer 3:51

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