Closer to Jesus
Wanda Jackson · 1977
31 min · 10 tracks · country · folk · gospel
A heartfelt blend of gospel and country, underscored by Jackson's powerful vocals and sincere storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- heartfelt narratives of faith
- warm sing-along choruses
- uplifting themes for community gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced tracks
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1977, 'Closer to Jesus' marked Wanda Jackson's pivot towards gospel music after a successful rockabilly career in the 1950s. This album followed her earlier works that blended country and rock, showcasing her versatility as she embraced spiritual themes during a transitional phase in her career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Loretta Lynn· Patsy Cline· Brenda Lee
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Where I’m Going 3:13
- 2 The World Didn’t Give It to Me 3:03
- 3 The Carpenter’s Son 3:21
- 4 Grandma Sang Off Key 2:48
- 5 He Was There All the Time 3:24
- 6 Closer to Jesus 3:19
- 7 Learning to Lean 3:51
- 8 Gaither Praise Medley: I Came to Praise the Lord / I Just Feel Like Something Good Is About to Happen / Get All Excited 2:29
- 9 Walkin’ in the Spirit 2:28
- 10 He’s Been Through It Too 3:39
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