You Could Have Been with Me
Sheena Easton · 1981
34 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B · country · pop rock
A polished blend of pop and soft rock infused with heartfelt ballads and catchy melodies.
Why this album works
The album features the hit title track, which reached No. 15 on the Billboard Hot 100, solidifying Easton's presence in mainstream pop. Its blend of adult contemporary and R&B influences showcased her versatility and contributed to the evolving sound of early '80s pop music.
- Career context
- Released on September 21, 1981, 'You Could Have Been with Me' marked Sheena Easton's second studio album, coming after her successful self-titled debut. At this point, she was gaining momentum in the music industry, having already scored a hit with 'Morning Train (Nine to Five),' which topped the charts earlier that year.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Radiohead· Kate Bush· David Bowie· Duran Duran· Pet Shop Boys· Kim Wilde· Simply Red· Blur
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 A Little Tenderness Standout 3:48
- 2 You Could Have Been with Me Standout 3:48
- 3 Just Another Broken Heart 3:29
- 4 I'm Not Worth the Hurt 3:03
- 5 Savoir Faire 3:11
- 6 A Letter from Joey 3:43
- 7 Telephone Lines 3:21
- 8 Johnny 3:33
- 9 Trouble in the Shadows 3:14
- 10 When He Shines Standout 2:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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