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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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