Wicked Man's Rest
Passenger · 2007
44 min · 11 tracks
A melancholic blend of folk and acoustic melodies that evokes introspection and storytelling through heartfelt lyrics.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wicked Man’s Rest — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of introspection and longing with its haunting melody and reflective lyrics, establishing Passenger's signature sound early on.
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Needle in the Dark — This track showcases Passenger's storytelling ability, weaving vivid imagery with emotional vulnerability that resonates throughout the album.
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Things You’ve Never Done — With its upbeat tempo juxtaposed against reflective lyrics, this song highlights the dichotomy between hope and regret, exemplifying the album's emotional range.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- heartfelt storytelling in every track
- introspective melodies for quiet nights
- acoustic warmth for solo listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer instant gratification songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Passenger, the stage name of Mike Rosenberg, released 'Wicked Man's Rest' as his debut album in 2007. At this point, he was still establishing his identity as a solo artist after previously being part of the band Passenger, which disbanded in 2009. The album marked his first step into the folk scene, setting the foundation for his later success.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Needle in the Dark
The moment shifts from a nostalgic recollection to a stark realization of lost opportunities.
This transition sharpens the emotional impact by contrasting fond memories with a sudden awareness of unfulfilled dreams.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wicked Man’s Rest 4:19
- 2 Night Vision Binoculars 3:42
- 3 Things You’ve Never Done 4:33
- 4 Girl I Once Knew 2:11
- 5 Do What You Like 3:52
- 6 Needle in the Dark 5:05
- 7 Four Horses 4:10
- 8 You’re on My Mind 4:37
- 9 For You 3:24
- 10 Walk in the Rain 5:17
- 11 Table for One 3:15
What to play next
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