When You're Gone
The Cranberries · 1996
28 min · 6 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · indie pop
Melancholic melodies intertwine with lush instrumentation, capturing heartache and longing in every note.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments melancholic melodies for introspection heartfelt tracks for emotional release
- Context
- Released on November 1, 1996, 'When You're Gone' came during The Cranberries' peak years following their breakthrough with 'Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We?' in 1993. By this time, the band had solidified their place in the alternative rock scene, building on their success with hits like 'Zombie' and 'Linger'. This album represents a continuation of their exploration of emotional themes through rich soundscapes.
- If you like
- alternative rock, folk rock, indie pop
When You're Gone is a single by The Cranberries, released in 1996. Melancholic melodies intertwine with lush instrumentation, capturing heartache and longing in every note. The title track 'When You're Gone' received significant radio play and charted well internationally, further cementing The Cranberries' status in the 90s rock landscape. Additionally, the album features the live version of 'Zombie', which has been critically acclaimed for its raw intensity and social commentary on conflict in Northern Ireland. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does When You're Gone sound like?
Melancholic melodies intertwine with lush instrumentation, capturing heartache and longing in every note. Rooted in alternative rock and folk rock.
What makes When You're Gone by The Cranberries notable?
The title track 'When You're Gone' received significant radio play and charted well internationally, further cementing The Cranberries' status in the 90s rock landscape. Additionally, the album features the live version of 'Zombie', which has been critically acclaimed for its raw intensity and social commentary on conflict in Northern Ireland. Released on November 1, 1996, 'When You're Gone' came during The Cranberries' peak years following their breakthrough with 'Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We?' in 1993. By this time, the band had solidified their place in the alternative rock scene, building on their success with hits like 'Zombie' and 'Linger'. This album represents a continuation of their exploration of emotional themes through rich soundscapes.
Who is When You're Gone for?
When You're Gone works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, melancholic melodies for introspection and heartfelt tracks for emotional release.
How many songs are on When You're Gone?
When You're Gone has 6 tracks, running approximately 28 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 When You’re Gone (edit) Standout 4:32
- 2 Free to Decide (album version) Standout 4:26
- 3 Free to Decide (live) 3:22
- 4 Cordell 3:41
- 5 Zombie (from MTV Unplugged) Standout 4:55
- 6 Zombie (A Camel’s Hump remix) 7:58
Release Date
November 1, 1996
Artist Origin
Ireland
Runtime
28 min 54 sec
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