Young Man Running
Corey Hart · 1988
41 min · 11 tracks · new wave
Energetic new wave melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a vibrant exploration of youthful longing and self-discovery.
Top tracks — play these first
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In Your Soul — This track is emblematic of Hart's ability to blend catchy hooks with deeper emotional themes, encapsulating the essence of youthful yearning.
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Truth Will Set You Free — This song features poignant lyrics that reflect a journey towards personal freedom and self-acceptance, resonating deeply with listeners navigating their own paths.
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Chase the Sun — With its upbeat tempo and vibrant instrumentation, this track captures a sense of optimism and adventure that runs throughout the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo energy
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- introspective moments of reflection
- morning drive pick-me-ups
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer long, sprawling albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1988, Young Man Running was Corey Hart's fourth studio album, following his commercial success with the hit single 'Sunglasses at Night'. At this point in his career, Hart was transitioning from mainstream pop stardom into a more mature sound, seeking to redefine his artistic identity while still retaining his signature new wave style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- a-ha· Duran Duran· The Human League
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Truth Will Set You Free
A shift occurs in the bridge where the perspective becomes intensely personal, addressing internal conflicts directly.
This moment marks a departure from the earlier verses' more general reflections, making it a crucial point of vulnerability and connection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Don't Take Me to the Racetrack 3:40
- 2 In Your Soul 3:56
- 3 Truth Will Set You Free 4:20
- 4 Chase the Sun 3:18
- 5 So It Goes... 3:48
- 6 Still In Love 3:41
- 7 Spot You in a Coalmine 4:49
- 8 Lone Wolf 3:41
- 9 No Love Lost 4:01
- 10 Crossroad Caravan 2:42
- 11 Chippin' Away 3:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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