Diamond in the Rough
Jessi Colter · 1976
38 min · 10 tracks · country · folk
A soulful blend of country and folk, enriched by heartfelt storytelling and emotive melodies.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective listening heartfelt storytelling through song soulful melodies that resonate deeply
- Context
- Released on July 1, 1976, 'Diamond in the Rough' was Jessi Colter's fourth studio album, following her breakthrough success with 'I'm Jessi Colter' in 1975. By this time, she had established herself as a significant figure in the outlaw country movement, known for her distinctive voice and poignant lyrics that resonated with both country and rock audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· R. Stevie Moore· Cher· Aretha Franklin· Kenny Rogers· Dean Martin· Lionel Richie· Donna Summer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Diamond in the Rough Standout 7:14
- 2 Get Back 3:27
- 3 Would You Leave Now Standout 3:13
- 4 Hey Jude Standout 6:29
- 5 Oh Will (Who Made It Rain Last Night) 4:37
- 6 I Thought I Heard You Calling My Name 3:55
- 7 Ain't No Way 2:25
- 8 You Hung the Moon (Didn't You Waylon?) 3:19
- 9 A Woman's Heart (Is a Handy Place to Be) 2:35
- 10 Oh Will (reprise) 1:35
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