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The Awakening

James Morrison · 2011

49 min · 13 tracks · pop rock · soul · neo soul

A soulful blend of heartfelt ballads and uplifting anthems that showcase Morrison's emotive vocals.

The Awakening is an album by James Morrison, released in 2011. A soulful blend of heartfelt ballads and uplifting anthems that showcase Morrison's emotive vocals. 'The Awakening' reached number 5 on the UK Albums Chart and demonstrated Morrison's continued relevance in the music scene. The album received mixed reviews but was noted for its heartfelt lyrics and vocal performance, solidifying his position within the neo-soul and pop rock genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Awakening sound like?

A soulful blend of heartfelt ballads and uplifting anthems that showcase Morrison's emotive vocals. Rooted in pop rock and soul.

What makes The Awakening by James Morrison notable?

'The Awakening' reached number 5 on the UK Albums Chart and demonstrated Morrison's continued relevance in the music scene. The album received mixed reviews but was noted for its heartfelt lyrics and vocal performance, solidifying his position within the neo-soul and pop rock genres. Released in 2011, 'The Awakening' marked James Morrison's third studio album, following his commercial success with 'Songs for You, Truths for Me' in 2008. At this point, Morrison was solidifying his presence in the pop-rock landscape after establishing a loyal fan base with his previous works.

How many songs are on The Awakening?

The Awakening has 13 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·49:59

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

  • 1 In My Dreams 4:47
  • 2 6 Weeks 3:13
  • 3 I Won’t Let You Go Standout 3:50
  • 4 Up 3:40
  • 5 Slave to the Music Standout 3:24
  • 6 Person I Should Have Been 3:48
  • 7 Say Something Now 4:02
  • 8 Beautiful Life Standout 2:42
  • 9 Forever 3:42
  • 10 The Awakening 5:10
  • 11 Right by Your Side 4:56
  • 12 One Life 3:20
  • 13 All Around the World 3:19

Release Date

January 1, 2011

Genre

neo soul, pop rock, soul

More albums in neo soul

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

49 min 59 sec