All I Really Want to Do
Cher · 1965
33 min · 12 tracks · folk rock · house · pop rock
A gentle blend of folk rock with soft melodies and Cher's distinctive emotive vocals.
Why this album works
The album features covers of several popular songs, showcasing Cher's vocal prowess and helping to solidify her status as a solo artist. It reached number 16 on the Billboard 200 chart and established her as an influential voice in the folk rock genre during a time when such sounds were becoming increasingly popular.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective listening gentle melodies for quiet moments emotive vocals for introspective moods
- Context
- Released on August 30, 1965, 'All I Really Want to Do' was Cher's debut solo album following her success as part of the duo Sonny & Cher. At this point in her career, Cher was transitioning from a background singer to a prominent solo artist, navigating the evolving music landscape of the mid-60s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Christina Aguilera· Prince· No Doubt· Harry Nilsson· Cyndi Lauper· Kenny Rogers· Elvis Presley· Willie Nelson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All I Really Want to Do Standout 2:58
- 2 I Go to Sleep Standout 2:47
- 3 Needles and Pins Standout 2:50
- 4 Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right 2:51
- 5 He Thinks I Still Care 2:24
- 6 Dream Baby 2:52
- 7 The Bells of Rhymney 3:22
- 8 Girl Don't Come 2:16
- 9 See See Rider 3:00
- 10 Come and Stay With Me 2:47
- 11 Cry Myself to Sleep 2:29
- 12 Blowin' in the Wind 3:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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