Clouds in My Coffee 1965-1995 cover

Clouds in My Coffee 1965-1995

Carly Simon · 1995

223 min · 58 tracks · pop music

A reflective compilation blending poignant storytelling with Carly Simon's distinctive voice and lush arrangements across three decades.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    You're So Vain — This track stands as one of Simon's most iconic songs, featuring biting lyrics about a self-absorbed lover that continue to resonate with listeners today.
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    Let the River Run Start here — As the Oscar-winning theme from 'Working Girl', this song exemplifies empowerment and ambition, showcasing Simon's ability to craft anthems that inspire.
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    Nobody Does It Better — This James Bond theme captures Simon's smooth vocal delivery and emotional depth, making it a standout example of her versatility in blending pop with cinematic flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective moments of nostalgia
  • introspective listening on quiet evenings
  • dynamic pacing for varied moods
  • soulful storytelling with emotional depth
  • melodic journeys through life experiences

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking high-energy party tracks
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Starting Point — A cohesive compilation introducing Simon's hits, ideal for new listeners.
Themes
self-reflective storytelling· Hollywood glamour· 1970s romantic disillusionment
Career context
By the time 'Clouds in My Coffee' was released in 1995, Carly Simon had established herself as a prominent figure in pop music since her debut in 1971. This album marked a significant retrospective, celebrating her rich catalog and encapsulating her evolution as an artist, particularly following a period of personal challenges throughout the early '90s.
Stylistic neighbors
James Taylor· Carole King· Joni Mitchell
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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Coming Around Again

    The lyrics shift from vulnerability to resolve, depicting a sense of renewal and hopefulness in the face of past struggles.

Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 Let the River Run Start here 3:41
  • 2 You Belong to Me 3:50
  • 3 Nobody Does It Better 3:43
  • 4 Coming Around Again 3:40
  • 5 Jesse 4:18
  • 6 The Stuff That Dreams Are Made Of 4:58
  • 7 You're So Vain 4:19
  • 8 Touched by the Sun 5:29
  • 9 Haven't Got Time for the Pain 3:56
  • 10 Better Not Tell Her 5:13
  • 11 Legend in Your Own Time 3:46
  • 12 Mockingbird 4:13
  • 13 That's the Way I've Always Heard It Should Be 4:18
  • 14 All I Want Is You 4:01
  • 15 The Right Thing to Do 3:00
  • 16 Like a River 4:47
  • 17 Anticipation 3:22
  • 18 Give Me All Night 4:23

Disc 2

  • 1 Angel From Montgomery 4:30
  • 2 Raining 3:13
  • 3 I'm All It Takes to Make You Happy 3:37
  • 4 Easy on the Eyes 4:44
  • 5 Turn of the Tide 4:06
  • 6 Libby 4:59
  • 7 Have You Seen Me Lately 4:15
  • 8 My New Boyfriend 4:21
  • 9 Voulez-Vous Danser 3:13
  • 10 The Night Before Christmas 3:43
  • 11 Halfway 'round the World 4:35
  • 12 Life Is Eternal 5:25
  • 13 We Have No Secrets 3:58
  • 14 Why 4:08
  • 15 Take Me Out to the Ballgame 2:04
  • 16 Back the Way 4:53
  • 17 Itsy Bitsy Spider 3:45
  • 18 Play With Me 2:29
  • 19 My Love Is Like a Red Red Rose 2:57

Disc 3

  • 1 It Happens Everyday 2:47
  • 2 Boys in the Trees 3:14
  • 3 Julie Through the Glass 3:24
  • 4 Orpheus 3:53
  • 5 Never Been Gone 3:36
  • 6 Happy Birthday 4:53
  • 7 Devoted to You 2:30
  • 8 Davy 3:42
  • 9 Do the Walls Come Down 3:49
  • 10 Danny Boy 3:22
  • 11 Dink's Blues 3:50
  • 12 We're So Close 5:10
  • 13 Someone Waits for You 3:00
  • 14 Born to Break My Heart 4:45
  • 15 Time After Time 2:06
  • 16 What Shall We do With the Child? 2:47
  • 17 I've Got a Crush on You 3:36
  • 18 Something Wonderful 2:15
  • 19 You're the Love of My Life 3:37
  • 20 I Get Along Without You Very Well 3:26
  • 21 By Myself / I See Your Face Before Me 3:12

What to play next

Film Noir
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Film Noir

1997

Continues the reflective tone with a mix of storytelling and lush arrangements.
Letters Never Sent
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Letters Never Sent

1994

Sets the stage for the compilation's themes of introspection and personal narrative.
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If this landed

Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.

Blue

Blue

Joni Mitchell

Explores introspective storytelling with emotional depth and lush arrangements, echoing Simon's themes.

Tapestry

Tapestry

Carole King

Shares the same blend of personal narrative and rich melodies reflective of 1970s romantic disillusionment.

Sweet Baby James

Sweet Baby James

James Taylor

Combines soft pop sensibilities with reflective lyrics, resonating with Simon's storytelling style.

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