You're Stronger Than You Know
James Morrison · 2019
45 min · 12 tracks · pop rock
A heartfelt blend of soul-infused pop rock, showcasing emotional depth and melodic richness.
Top tracks — play these first
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My Love Goes On Start here — This opening track sets the emotional tone for the album with its poignant lyrics about enduring love and hope. The soulful melody combined with Morrison's expressive vocals encapsulates the album's core themes.
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Brighter Kind of Love — This song features an uplifting message and catchy chorus, showcasing Morrison's ability to blend heartfelt sentiments with pop sensibilities. Its rhythmic drive and optimistic lyrics highlight the album's more hopeful moments.
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Power — With its anthemic quality, this track explores themes of resilience and strength, making it a standout moment on the album. The powerful instrumentation complements Morrison's passionate delivery, resonating with listeners seeking empowerment.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends pop rock with emotional depth but lacks standout tracks and cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that gradually transition into more introspective ballads in the second half.
- Several tracks incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing emotional delivery.
- The instrumentation varies from acoustic guitar-driven arrangements to fuller band sounds, creating dynamic shifts throughout.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- heartfelt sing-along opportunities
- introspective tracks for quiet evenings
- uplifting anthems for personal empowerment
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party vibes
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and emotional depth in Morrison's later work.
- Career context
- Released in 2019, You're Stronger Than You Know is James Morrison's fifth studio album, following his 2015 record Higher Than Here. At this point in his career, Morrison sought to reconnect with the authenticity and emotional resonance that initially defined his sound, marking a return to introspective songwriting after exploring broader themes in previous works.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Legend· Jason Mraz· Sam Smith
Tracklist
- 1 My Love Goes On Start here 3:37
- 2 Brighter Kind of Love 3:25
- 3 So Beautiful 4:03
- 4 Feels Like the First Time 4:13
- 5 Glorious 3:24
- 6 Power 4:10
- 7 Slowly 3:55
- 8 Ruins 3:43
- 9 I Still Need You 4:39
- 10 Don't Wanna Lose You Now 4:10
- 11 Cross the Line 3:00
- 12 Until the Stars Go Out 3:24
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Darkness and Light
John Legend
Shares a soulful pop-rock sound with emotional depth and introspective lyrics.
Wasteland, Baby!
Hozier
Combines rich melodies and heartfelt themes, echoing Morrison's emotional resonance.
No.6 Collaborations Project
Ed Sheeran
Features a blend of pop and soul with personal storytelling that aligns with Morrison's style.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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