Facts of Life cover

Released 53 years ago this June

Facts of Life

Bobby Womack · 1973

34 min · 10 tracks · R&B · soul

Soulful melodies intertwine with poignant storytelling, reflecting the complexities of love and life’s challenges.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • soulful melodies for introspection
  • poignant storytelling in every track
  • easy listening for afternoon relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1973, Bobby Womack was transitioning from a celebrated songwriter to an acclaimed solo artist. 'Facts of Life' was his fourth studio album and showcased his growing confidence as a performer following the success of his earlier works, particularly the hit 'Lookin' for a Love'. This album marked a pivotal moment in his career as he began to solidify his unique voice within the soul genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Al Green· Marvin Gaye· Otis Redding

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Nobody Wants You When You’re Down and Out 2:59
  • 2 I’m Through Trying to Prove My Love to You 3:51
  • 3 If You Can’t Give Her Love, Give Her Up 2:49
  • 4 That’s Heaven to Me 2:53
  • 5 Holdin’ on to My Baby’s Love / Nobody 3:13
  • 6 Fact of Life / He’ll Be There When the Sun Goes Down 6:21
  • 7 Can’t Stop a Man in Love 2:24
  • 8 The Look of Love 3:35
  • 9 Natural Man 2:48
  • 10 All Along the Watchtower 3:21

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