The Same Sun was first released in Indonesia, Argentina, Brazil, Chile and the Philippines on 16 September 2013, with selected countries following later.

All tracks are written by Sharon Corr, additional songwriters are noted belowThe Same Sun has obtained generally positive reviews from critics.

According to Mojo (magazine), Corr has "unleashed a deep, husky voice to deliver '60s influenced about adult vulnerability, remorse and temptation."

Graham Clark from The Yorkshire Times gave the album a 3 over 5, stating that her style is "not that far removed from Carole King, Gloria Estefan and Karen Carpenter, in fact you could imagine any of these artists singing these songs."

Pip Ellwood from Entertainment Focus, who gave the album 4 stars out of 5, commented that "The Same Sun is a gorgeous collection of songs from one of the most talented female artists in the industry."