12 Songs
Randy Newman · 1970
29 min · 12 tracks · blues · contemporary R&B · alternative country
A blend of wry storytelling and melodic simplicity wrapped in a rootsy, folk-infused sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- witty storytelling with charm
- quick bursts of melodic simplicity
- suitable for casual gatherings
- nostalgic reflections on life
- easy listen during downtime
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer longer, complex compositions
- seek high-energy dance tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time '12 Songs' was released in 1970, Randy Newman was transitioning from a promising songwriter to a recognized solo artist. This album followed his self-titled debut and marked a significant artistic progression, showcasing Newman's distinctive voice and sharp lyrical wit.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· Leonard Cohen· Tom Waits
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Have You Seen My Baby? 2:34
- 2 Let's Burn Down the Cornfield 3:05
- 3 Mama Told Me Not to Come 2:12
- 4 Suzanne 3:07
- 5 Lover's Prayer 1:58
- 6 Lucinda 2:44
- 7 Underneath the Harlem Moon 1:53
- 8 Yellow Man 2:23
- 9 Old Kentucky Home 2:39
- 10 Rosemary 2:10
- 11 If You Need Oil 2:59
- 12 Uncle Bob's Midnight Blues 2:01
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