Released 60 years ago
Would You Believe?
The Hollies · 1966
30 min · 12 tracks · rock music
A vibrant blend of melodic rock and pop harmonies, enriched by emotional depth and clever songwriting.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Take What I Want Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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I Can't Let Go — This track showcases a poignant expression of longing through its catchy melody and harmonized vocals, encapsulating the band's signature sound.
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I Am a Rock — The melancholic tone and introspective lyrics mark this song as a standout, highlighting the band's ability to convey deep emotions within a pop framework.
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That's How Strong My Love Is — This cover reveals a soulful side to The Hollies, with rich vocal harmonies that elevate the emotional weight of the original composition.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- playful melodies and harmonies
- easy listening for social gatherings
- nostalgic vibes of the 60s
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of lengthy epics
- prefer heavy emotional intensity
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album features a hit single, marking the band's growing commercial appeal.
- Themes
- mid-60s British pop· emotional isolation· playful storytelling
- Career context
- Released in January 1966, Would You Believe? is The Hollies' third studio album, following their successful self-titled album from 1965. At this point, the band was solidifying their place in the British Invasion scene, showcasing their evolving sound that combined beat music with more sophisticated lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Byrds· The Beach Boys· The Zombies
Tracklist
- 1 I Take What I Want Start here 2:21
- 2 Hard Hard Year 2:19
- 3 That’s How Strong My Love Is 2:48
- 4 Sweet Little Sixteen 2:26
- 5 Oriental Sadness 2:40
- 6 I Am a Rock 2:53
- 7 Take Your Time 2:24
- 8 Don’t You Even Care (What’s Gonna Happen to Me) 2:29
- 9 Fifi the Flea 2:10
- 10 Stewball 3:09
- 11 I’ve Got a Way of My Own 2:17
- 12 I Can’t Let Go 2:26
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Mr. Tambourine Man
The Byrds
Shares jangly guitars and harmonized vocals, embodying the mid-60s pop sound and lyrical introspection.
Face to Face
The Kinks
Explores playful storytelling with rich melodies and a similar British pop sensibility from the same era.
Odessey and Oracle
The Zombies
Combines lush harmonies and melodic sophistication, reflecting emotional themes in a vibrant 60s pop context.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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