A Believer Sings the Truth
Johnny Cash · 1979
55 min · 20 tracks · blues
Soulful gospel harmonies intertwine with country instrumentation, creating a heartfelt reflection of faith and redemption.
Top tracks — play these first
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He's Alive — This track stands out with its narrative of resurrection that captures the essence of Cash's spiritual journey and vocal power. It became one of his signature songs in gospel music.
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Wings in the Morning Start here — The song's uplifting melody paired with poignant lyrics about hope reflects the emotional depth that characterizes the album, showcasing Cash's ability to convey profound messages.
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I'm Just an Old Chunk of Coal — This track resonates with themes of redemption and transformation, highlighting Cash's storytelling prowess and his embrace of humble beginnings within a gospel framework.
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Gospel Boogie (A Wonderful Time Up There) — With its lively tempo and joyful lyrics, this song embodies the celebratory spirit of gospel music while demonstrating Cash's versatility across genres.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- uplifting themes of spiritual resilience
- steady pacing for reflective listening
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- warm melodies for communal singing
Maybe skip if you
- seeks high-energy dance tracks
- prefers lengthy narrative explorations
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — First album of entirely gospel material, marking a shift in Cash's focus.
- Themes
- spiritual resurrection· gospel joy· personal redemption
- Career context
- Released in 1979, A Believer Sings the Truth came during Johnny Cash's resurgence in the late 1970s, following his acclaimed live album At Folsom Prison. By this time, Cash was embracing his spiritual roots more openly, marking a significant shift in his discography towards gospel themes in his music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Willie Nelson· Merle Haggard· Waylon Jennings
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Wings in the Morning Start here 2:43
- 2 Gospel Boogie (A Wonderful Time Up There) 2:37
- 3 Over the Next Hill 2:34
- 4 He's Alive 4:16
- 5 I've Got Jesus in My Soul 2:40
- 6 When He Comes 3:31
- 7 I Was There When It Happened (So I Guess I Ought to Know) 2:14
- 8 I'm a Newborn Man 1:40
- 9 There Are Strange Things Happening Every Day 3:30
- 10 Children Go Where I Send Thee 2:42
Disc 2
- 1 I'm Just an Old Chunk of Coal 2:14
- 2 Lay Me Down in Dixie 1:59
- 3 Don't Take Everybody for Your Friend 2:23
- 4 You'll Get Yours, I'll Get Mine 2:20
- 5 Oh Come, Angel Band 2:48
- 6 This Train Is Bound for Glory 3:30
- 7 I'm Gonna Try to Be That Way 2:49
- 8 What on Earth (Will You Do for Heavens Sake) 2:08
- 9 That's Enough 2:43
- 10 The Greatest Cowboy of Them All 3:55
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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