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Wild Hope

Mandy Moore · 2007

46 min · 12 tracks · folk · pop rock · dance-pop

An introspective blend of folk-pop and adult contemporary, revealing personal growth with warm melodies and heartfelt lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • introspective themes of growth
  • warm melodies for reflection
  • for quiet afternoons
  • thoughtful engagement with lyrics

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer high-energy tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2007, 'Wild Hope' marked Mandy Moore's artistic reinvention as she transitioned from her teen pop roots to a more mature sound. This album followed her 2003 release 'Coverage' and showcased her desire to explore songwriting and personal themes, reflecting a significant shift in her career trajectory.
Stylistic neighbors
Sara Bareilles· Colbie Caillat· Norah Jones

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Extraordinary 2:54
  • 2 All Good Things 2:53
  • 3 Slummin' in Paradise 4:11
  • 4 Most of Me 4:47
  • 5 Few Days Down 3:23
  • 6 Can't You Just Adore Her? 3:55
  • 7 Looking Forward to Looking Back 3:12
  • 8 Wild Hope 2:59
  • 9 Nothing That You Are 4:28
  • 10 Latest Mistake 4:08
  • 11 Ladies' Choice 4:56
  • 12 Gardenia 4:27

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