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Bad as Me

Tom Waits · 2011

44 min · 13 tracks · blues · jazz

A gritty fusion of blues, jazz, and rock that captures the raw essence of life's complexities.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo storytelling
  • gritty reflections on life
  • evening drive soundscape
  • casual gatherings with friends
  • intimate moments of vulnerability

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party tracks
  • prefer instant gratification tunes

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2011, Tom Waits was an established figure in the music world, known for his distinct gravelly voice and eclectic style. 'Bad as Me' marked his first studio album in seven years, following the critically acclaimed 'Real Gone' from 2004. This release came during a time when Waits was experiencing a resurgence in popularity and influence on a new generation of artists.
Stylistic neighbors
Leonard Cohen· Nick Cave· Captain Beefheart
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 Chicago 2:15
  • 2 Raised Right Men 3:24
  • 3 Talking at the Same Time 4:14
  • 4 Get Lost 2:42
  • 5 Face to the Highway 3:43
  • 6 Pay Me 3:14
  • 7 Back in the Crowd 2:49
  • 8 Bad as Me 3:10
  • 9 Kiss Me 3:41
  • 10 Satisfied 4:05
  • 11 Last Leaf 2:56
  • 12 Hell Broke Luce 3:57
  • 13 New Year’s Eve 4:32

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