Coincidence and Likely Stories
Buffy Sainte-Marie · 1992
43 min · 11 tracks · country music
A blend of folk, rock, and electronic elements that weave poignant storytelling with haunting melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee — This track powerfully encapsulates historical injustices faced by Native Americans, using vivid imagery to evoke deep emotional responses from listeners.
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The Big Ones Get Away Start here — Opening with a catchy melody, this song critiques societal neglect while blending upbeat instrumentation with thoughtful lyrics.
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Disinformation — This song stands out for its sharp critique of media manipulation and misinformation, showcasing Sainte-Marie's deft ability to address complex topics through accessible music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends various styles while addressing social issues, showcasing Sainte-Marie's unique voice and perspective.
What we noticed
- Several songs incorporate spoken word segments, blending narrative storytelling with musical interludes.
- The final track, 'Goodnight', serves as a soft, reflective conclusion, contrasting with the more intense themes of earlier songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing with meaningful crescendos
- reflective listening during quiet moments
- poignant narratives of personal history
- engaging storytelling through lyrical depth
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- seek standalone singles experience
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a significant return after a long hiatus, showcasing continued relevance.
- Themes
- Native American history· media manipulation· societal neglect
- Career context
- Released in 1992, Coincidence and Likely Stories marked Buffy Sainte-Marie's return to the music scene after a decade-long hiatus. This album followed her previous work, which included the acclaimed 1976 release, I’m Gonna Be a Country Girl Again, reflecting her evolution as an artist during a period of personal and professional reinvention.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joni Mitchell· Kate Bush· Joan Baez
Tracklist
- 1 The Big Ones Get Away Start here 3:48
- 2 Fallen Angels 3:08
- 3 Bad End 4:24
- 4 Emma Lee 4:02
- 5 Starwalker 3:04
- 6 The Priests of the Golden Bull 3:50
- 7 Disinformation 3:48
- 8 Getting Started 4:30
- 9 I’m Going Home 3:24
- 10 Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee 5:15
- 11 Goodnight 3:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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