But What Will the Neighbors Think
Rodney Crowell · 1980
31 min · 10 tracks · country
A vibrant fusion of classic country storytelling with the emerging pop sensibilities of the early 1980s.
Why this album works
The album produced the hit single 'Queen of Hearts', which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and significantly boosted Crowell's visibility in the industry. Its blend of traditional country with rock influences reflected a shift within the genre during the early 1980s and influenced subsequent artists seeking to cross over into mainstream popularity.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs nostalgic reflections on relationships playful storytelling with charm
- Context
- Released in 1980, 'But What Will the Neighbors Think' was Rodney Crowell's third studio album and marked a turning point as he began to establish himself as a pivotal figure in the country music scene. This record followed his previous album, 'Ain't Living Long Like This', which had solidified his songwriting skills but not yet achieved commercial success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Willie Nelson· Hank Williams Jr.· Lee Ann Womack
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Here Come the 80’s 2:42
- 2 Ain’t No Money Standout 4:02
- 3 Oh, What a Feeling 2:57
- 4 It’s Only Rock ’n’ Roll 3:17
- 5 On a Real Good Night 3:53
- 6 Ashes by Now 0:29
- 7 Heartbroke Standout 2:42
- 8 Queen of Hearts Standout 3:31
- 9 Blues in the Daytime 4:20
- 10 The One About England 3:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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