Go West Young Man

Overview Edit

Go West Young Man is an album released in 1990 by Contemporary Christian music singer Michael W. Smith. Michael W. Smith most notably performed "Place in This World" and "For You" on various shows, ie. The Arsenio Hall Show, to promote the album. This record was more of a mainstream "crossover" project for Smith that ended up being a platinum album. Videos were produced for both singles released and received much radio airplay. Several of the songs from this album made it on his other project The First Decade (1983-1993).

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1990 in United States

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A melodic Christian pop album

I honestly haven't read what others have written about this CD yet. But I'd have to say that this is definitely Michael W Smith's best album. I have his greatest hits, but I don't feel that the songs for that CD were especially well selected. This album reveals all of Smith's talents; his ability to create contemporary pop with a message ("Place in This World," "Seed to Sow," "For You"); his ability to make stirring pop gospel ("How Long Will Be Too Long," "Agnus Dei") and his ability to extend …

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Written by Dr. Marc Axelrod "PM"

Old School Michael W Smith

Good example of Michael W. Smith's initial music. There are some catchy tunes and songs, but nothing terribly fabulous or innovative. I can tell that his music comes from the heart.

Strong early 90's feel to the music; some songs have a pseudo-hip hop feel.

Interesting to see how his music has changed over the years.

Written by Lexie C

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Go West Young Man