Wild Child cover

Wild Child

Elizabeth Daily · 1985

40 min · 10 tracks · folk music

A vibrant blend of pop melodies and folk-inspired storytelling, capturing the carefree spirit of the mid-1980s.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Say It, Say It — 'Say It, Say It' stands out as the album's most commercially successful track, characterized by its catchy hook and danceable rhythm that encapsulated 80s pop culture.
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    Love in the Shadows — This track showcases Daily's vocal range and emotional depth, weaving intricate narratives that highlight her folk influences while maintaining a pop sensibility.
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    Wild Child — 'Wild Child' epitomizes the carefree energy of the album, with an infectious chorus that invites listeners to embrace their youthful spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • carefree sing-alongs with friends
  • nostalgic afternoons in the sun
  • playful melodies for road trips
  • lighthearted storytelling and themes

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of dark introspection
  • prefer aggressive, high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1985, Wild Child is Elizabeth Daily's debut studio album following her success as a voice actress and singer. It marked her transition from television and film roles into a solo music career, positioning her in the pop landscape during the peak of MTV's influence.
Stylistic neighbors
Natalie Merchant· Lisa Loeb· Jewel

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Is Anybody Home? 4:20
  • 2 Little Toy 3:54
  • 3 Love in the Shadows 3:55
  • 4 Just for You 3:37
  • 5 Hey There Rocky 3:36
  • 6 Say It, Say It 4:36
  • 7 Wild Child 3:31
  • 8 Don't Let Them Take the Child Away 3:56
  • 9 Waiting 4:39
  • 10 Sunset People 4:34

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