Blue Skies Again cover

Blue Skies Again

John Anderson · 1987

30 min · 10 tracks · country · indie pop

A warm blend of traditional country melodies and introspective lyrics that resonate with personal storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • warm storytelling for quiet times
  • short tracks for easy listening
  • introspective vibes during solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer longer, sprawling albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released as John Anderson's seventh studio album, 'Blue Skies Again' followed his critically acclaimed work 'Wild & Blue' in 1982. By the time of this release in 1987, Anderson was solidifying his place in country music, reflecting both personal and professional growth after years of navigating the industry's shifts.
Stylistic neighbors
James Taylor· Nick Drake· Willie Nelson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Blue Skies Again 3:30
  • 2 There's Nothing Left for Me to Take for Granted 3:04
  • 3 Quittin' Time 3:59
  • 4 Just for You 2:38
  • 5 Somewhere Between Ragged and Right 3:23
  • 6 When Your Yellow Brick Road Turns Blue 3:11
  • 7 His and Hers 2:08
  • 8 I Make It Hard to Lose 2:46
  • 9 Lying in Her Arms 2:48
  • 10 It's Hard to Keep This Ship Together 2:51

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