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City Streets

Carole King · 1989

42 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · soft rock · easy listening

A reflective blend of adult contemporary melodies and heartfelt storytelling, underscored by King's signature piano work.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady reflective listening experience
  • heartfelt storytelling through melodies
  • for evening wind-down
  • consistent melodic journey throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer short standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1989, Carole King had already established herself as a prominent figure in the music industry with classic albums like 'Tapestry' (1971) and was transitioning into a new phase of her career. 'City Streets' marked her return to the studio after a six-year hiatus since her previous album 'Speeding Time' (1983), showcasing her continued evolution as a songwriter and performer.
Stylistic neighbors
James Taylor· Joni Mitchell· Linda Ronstadt

Tracklist

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

  • 1 City Streets 4:56
  • 2 Sweet Life 4:33
  • 3 Down to the Darkness 4:17
  • 4 Lovelight 4:27
  • 5 I Can’t Stop Thinking About You 4:58
  • 6 Legacy 5:03
  • 7 Ain’t That the Way 3:08
  • 8 Midnight Flyer 4:26
  • 9 Homeless Heart 4:03
  • 10 Someone Who Believes in You 2:59

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