A Few Small Repairs cover

Released 30 years ago

A Few Small Repairs

Shawn Colvin · 1996

54 min · 13 tracks · rock music

A tapestry of introspective lyrics woven with folk-inspired melodies and rich acoustic instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • introspective lyrical exploration
  • narrative-driven song progression

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'A Few Small Repairs' was Shawn Colvin's third studio album, following her breakthrough success with 'Fat City' in 1992. At this point in her career, Colvin had already established herself as a prominent singer-songwriter, known for her emotive storytelling and intricate guitar work.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Sunny Came Home 4:24
  • 2 Get Out of This House 4:14
  • 3 The Facts About Jimmy 5:23
  • 4 You and the Mona Lisa 4:05
  • 5 Trouble 4:18
  • 6 I Want It Back 4:57
  • 7 If I Were Brave 3:11
  • 8 Wichita Skyline 3:39
  • 9 84,000 Different Delusions 4:02
  • 10 Suicide Alley 5:30
  • 11 What I Get Paid For 3:24
  • 12 New Thing Now 3:36
  • 13 Nothin on Me 3:56

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