Baker Street
Gerry Rafferty · 1998
76 min · 16 tracks · rock music
A lush blend of soft rock and poignant storytelling, anchored by smooth saxophone melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic reflections on life
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- smooth saxophone melodies throughout
- for late-night drives
Maybe skip if you want
- seeks fast-paced instant gratification
- prefers standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, 'Baker Street' marked Gerry Rafferty's return to the music scene after a lengthy hiatus following his successful 1978 album 'City to City.' At this point in his career, Rafferty was navigating personal challenges and a fluctuating public profile, making this album an important moment of re-establishment.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Taylor· Paul Simon· Cat Stevens
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Baker Street 6:26
- 2 Right Down the Line 4:20
- 3 City to City 4:53
- 4 Waiting for the Day 5:45
- 5 Get It Right Next Time 4:43
- 6 Take the Money and Run 5:50
- 7 Days Gone Down (Still Got the Light in Your Eyes) 6:32
- 8 Why Won't You Talk to Me 3:59
- 9 The Royal Mile 3:50
- 10 Wastin' Away 3:28
- 11 Bring It All Home 4:36
- 12 Don't Close the Door 3:48
- 13 Sleepwalking 3:52
- 14 A Change of Heart 4:08
- 15 On the Way 4:20
- 16 Night Owl 6:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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