Black & White cover

Released 40 years ago

Black & White

Janie Fricke · 1986

32 min · 10 tracks · folk music

A blend of heartfelt storytelling and infectious melodies, infused with the warmth of classic country pop arrangements.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Till I Can't Take It Anymore — This opening track encapsulates the emotional weight of unreciprocated love, setting the tone for the album with its catchy chorus and relatable lyrics.
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    When a Woman Cries — This poignant ballad highlights Fricke's vocal range and emotional delivery, addressing vulnerability and strength in relationships, making it a standout moment on the record.
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    Always Have, Always Will — A romantic anthem showcasing commitment, this track combines uplifting melodies with heartfelt lyrics that resonate deeply with listeners, demonstrating Fricke's pop sensibility.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short tracks for quick listens
  • relatable stories of heartache
  • easygoing melodies for road trips
  • playful energy for casual gatherings
  • emotional moments with gentle pacing

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of long epics
  • prefer complex, experimental sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1986, Janie Fricke released 'Black & White' as her fifth studio album, following her successful 'Janie Fricke' which featured chart-topping hits. By this time, Fricke had solidified her position in the country music scene, making a name for herself with her distinctive voice and relatable lyrics.
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 Till I Can't Take It Anymore 3:16
  • 2 He's Breathing Down My Neck 2:52
  • 3 Take Me Like a Vacation 2:55
  • 4 Nothing Left to Say 3:32
  • 5 Comin' Apart at the Seams 2:38
  • 6 Always Have, Always Will 3:42
  • 7 Don't Put It Past My Heart 3:16
  • 8 When a Woman Cries 4:07
  • 9 He's Making a Long Story Short 3:14
  • 10 I'd Take You Back Again 3:11

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