Working Girl
Carly Simon · 1989
37 min · 10 tracks · pop music
A vibrant mix of pop melodies and lush instrumentals that evoke determination and romantic yearning.
Top tracks — play these first
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Let the River Run Start here — This track not only won an Academy Award but also encapsulates the film's themes of ambition and self-discovery, making it a powerful anthem.
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Carlotta’s Heart — The emotive instrumental piece captures the emotional core of the soundtrack, providing a poignant backdrop for the film's character development.
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I’m So Excited — Originally by The Pointer Sisters, Simon's rendition brings a fresh energy that aligns perfectly with the film's celebratory spirit, enhancing its overall appeal.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, immersive listening sessions
- contemplative background ambiance
- dynamic emotional journeys
- reflective moments of introspection
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Features the Oscar-winning song 'Let the River Run', enhancing Simon's recognition.
- Themes
- ambition in Manhattan· romantic yearning· career-driven empowerment
- Career context
- By 1989, Carly Simon was already an established artist with a successful career spanning over two decades. 'Working Girl' marked her return to the soundtrack scene after notable contributions like 'The Spy Who Loved Me'. This album coincided with a resurgence in her popularity, as it accompanied the hit film starring Melanie Griffith, further cementing her status in the pop music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Taylor· Carole King· Joni Mitchell
Tracklist
- 1 Let the River Run Start here 3:42
- 2 In Love (instrumental) 3:55
- 3 The Man That Got Away (instrumental) 2:49
- 4 The Scar (instrumental) 1:24
- 5 Let the River Run Start here 3:03
- 6 Lady in Red 4:17
- 7 Carlotta’s Heart 4:18
- 8 Looking Through Katherine’s House 2:07
- 9 Poor Butterfly (instrumental) 6:05
- 10 I’m So Excited 5:39
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
True Blue
Madonna
Shares themes of ambition and empowerment, with vibrant pop melodies and lush production.
She's So Unusual
Cyndi Lauper
Equally infused with determination and yearning, featuring catchy hooks and a vibrant sound palette.
Diva
Annie Lennox
Explores emotional depth in a pop context, blending lush arrangements with themes of love and ambition.
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