You Gotta Love The Life
Melissa Manchester · 2015
54 min · 14 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of pop and jazz, underscored by Manchester's emotive vocals and heartfelt storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo pacing throughout
- heartfelt storytelling in every track
- uplifting vibes for joyful moments
- for afternoon gatherings
- emotive vocals that resonate deeply
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced, energetic music
- looking for experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2015, 'You Gotta Love the Life' marked Melissa Manchester's return after a decade-long hiatus since her last album, 'When I Look Down That Road' in 2004. This album showcases her enduring artistry while reflecting on her life experiences, signifying a mature phase in her prolific career as a singer-songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Carole King· Linda Ronstadt· James Taylor
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Gotta Love the Life 4:38
- 2 Feelin’ for You 3:43
- 3 Be My Baby 4:38
- 4 Big Light 4:04
- 5 Other End of the Phone 4:43
- 6 You Are My Heart 3:45
- 7 Let’s Face the Music and Dance / From This Moment On 3:45
- 8 Claudia 4:37
- 9 Your Love Is Where I Live 3:31
- 10 No There There 4:00
- 11 Open My Heart to Your Love 2:59
- 12 The Other One 3:59
- 13 I Know Who I Am 3:53
- 14 Something Wonderful 2:25
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