Gone Troppo
George Harrison · 1982
38 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · psychedelic rock · beat music
A breezy blend of soft rock and world music influences, infused with Harrison's signature introspective lyricism.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout breezy vibes for sunny days introspective moments for reflection
- Context
- Released in 1982, 'Gone Troppo' marked George Harrison's return to the music scene after a five-year hiatus. It followed his previous album, 'Thirty Three & 1/3', which had solidified his solo success but was overshadowed by personal challenges and a declining public profile.
- If you like
- folk rock, psychedelic rock, beat music
Gone Troppo is an album by George Harrison, released in 1982. A breezy blend of soft rock and world music influences, infused with Harrison's signature introspective lyricism. 'Gone Troppo' is notable for its exploration of world music elements and reflects Harrison's ongoing spiritual journey. While it didn’t achieve significant chart success, it has been reevaluated over time as an essential piece of Harrison’s catalog, influencing subsequent artists exploring similar themes in their music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gone Troppo sound like?
A breezy blend of soft rock and world music influences, infused with Harrison's signature introspective lyricism. Rooted in folk rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes Gone Troppo by George Harrison notable?
'Gone Troppo' is notable for its exploration of world music elements and reflects Harrison's ongoing spiritual journey. While it didn’t achieve significant chart success, it has been reevaluated over time as an essential piece of Harrison’s catalog, influencing subsequent artists exploring similar themes in their music. Released in 1982, 'Gone Troppo' marked George Harrison's return to the music scene after a five-year hiatus. It followed his previous album, 'Thirty Three & 1/3', which had solidified his solo success but was overshadowed by personal challenges and a declining public profile.
Who is Gone Troppo for?
Gone Troppo works well if you're into steady mid-tempo flow throughout, breezy vibes for sunny days and introspective moments for reflection.
How many songs are on Gone Troppo?
Gone Troppo has 10 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wake Up My Love Standout 3:34
- 2 That’s the Way It Goes 3:35
- 3 I Really Love You 2:55
- 4 Greece 4:00
- 5 Gone Troppo Standout 4:26
- 6 Mystical One Standout 3:44
- 7 Unknown Delight 4:18
- 8 Baby Don’t Run Away 4:02
- 9 Dream Away 4:04
- 10 Circles 3:45
Release Date
November 5, 1982
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
38 min 27 sec
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