Back Here on Earth
Gordon Lightfoot · 1968
34 min · 11 tracks · country · folk rock
A tapestry of introspective folk melodies woven with poignant storytelling and Lightfoot's distinctive baritone.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its critical reception, highlighting Lightfoot's growing influence within the folk music scene. Notably, tracks like 'Bitter Green' and 'The Circle Is Small' received acclaim for their narrative depth, contributing to Lightfoot’s legacy as one of Canada’s most cherished songwriters.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments introspective storytelling for quiet nights poignant melodies for searching
- Context
- By the time 'Back Here on Earth' was released in November 1968, Gordon Lightfoot had already established himself as a prominent figure in folk music. This album followed his previous release, 'The Way I Feel' (1967), and solidified his reputation as a singer-songwriter capable of deep emotional resonance and lyrical complexity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Anne Murray· The Guess Who· Sarah McLachlan· Céline Dion· The Tragically Hip· Barenaked Ladies· Loverboy· Crash Test Dummies
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Long Way Back Home 3:05
- 2 Unsettled Ways 1:52
- 3 Long Thin Dawn 2:59
- 4 Bitter Green Standout 2:43
- 5 The Circle Is Small Standout 3:26
- 6 Marie Christine 2:52
- 7 Cold Hands From New York Standout 4:17
- 8 Affair on 8th Avenue 3:26
- 9 Don't Beat Me Down 3:14
- 10 The Gypsy 2:46
- 11 If I Could 4:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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