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Olivia

Olivia Newton-John · 1972

40 min · 14 tracks · country · folk · pop rock

A blend of poignant ballads and soft rock melodies that showcase Newton-John's emotive vocals and storytelling.

Why listen to this

Best for
steady melodic journey throughout poignant ballads for reflection emotive storytelling in vocals
Context
Released in January 1972, 'Olivia' was Olivia Newton-John's debut album, marking her entry into the music scene after a successful career in television and film. At this point, she had gained recognition in Australia but was yet to achieve international fame, which would come shortly after with her subsequent albums and singles.
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country, folk, pop rock

Olivia is an album by Olivia Newton-John, released in 1972. A blend of poignant ballads and soft rock melodies that showcase Newton-John's emotive vocals and storytelling. The album features the hit single 'Angel of the Morning,' which became a significant success, reaching the charts in multiple countries. This release laid the groundwork for Newton-John's future as a pop icon, connecting her early work to the mainstream pop and country scenes of the time. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Olivia sound like?

A blend of poignant ballads and soft rock melodies that showcase Newton-John's emotive vocals and storytelling. Rooted in country and folk.

What makes Olivia by Olivia Newton-John notable?

The album features the hit single 'Angel of the Morning,' which became a significant success, reaching the charts in multiple countries. This release laid the groundwork for Newton-John's future as a pop icon, connecting her early work to the mainstream pop and country scenes of the time. Released in January 1972, 'Olivia' was Olivia Newton-John's debut album, marking her entry into the music scene after a successful career in television and film. At this point, she had gained recognition in Australia but was yet to achieve international fame, which would come shortly after with her subsequent albums and singles.

Who is Olivia for?

Olivia works well if you're into steady melodic journey throughout, poignant ballads for reflection and emotive storytelling in vocals.

How many songs are on Olivia?

Olivia has 14 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Tracklist

14 tracks·40:39

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Angel of the Morning Standout 3:54
  • 2 Just a Little Too Much 2:05
  • 3 If We Only Have Love Standout 3:22
  • 4 Winterwood 2:48
  • 5 My Old Man’s Got a Gun 2:49
  • 6 Changes 2:29
  • 7 I’m a Small and Lonely Light 2:44
  • 8 Why Don’t You Write Me 2:39
  • 9 Mary Skeffington 2:29
  • 10 Behind That Locked Door 3:05
  • 11 What Is Life 3:22
  • 12 Everything I Own Standout 3:01
  • 13 Living in Harmony 2:47
  • 14 I Will Touch You 3:05

Release Date

January 1, 1972

Genre

pop rock

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Artist Origin

Australia

Runtime

40 min 39 sec