Five Feet High and Rising
Johnny Cash · 1974
21 min · 9 tracks · blues · rock & roll · traditional folk music
A poignant blend of traditional folk and country, echoing tales of heartache and resilience.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its critical reception, showcasing Cash's ability to reinterpret classic American songs while maintaining his distinct narrative style. It features tracks that resonate deeply within the Americana genre, influencing countless artists and contributing to a renewed interest in roots music during the 1970s.
- Best for
- brief narrative journey through heartache reflective moments of solitude easy listening during quiet afternoons
- Context
- Released in 1974, 'Five Feet High and Rising' came during Johnny Cash's prolific phase with Columbia Records, following his artistic reinvention in the early 1970s. This album continued his exploration of storytelling through music, solidifying his status as a country icon during a time when he was embracing more personal themes in his songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elvis Presley· Waylon Jennings· Willie Nelson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In Them Old Cottonfields Back Home 2:33
- 2 I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry Standout 2:40
- 3 Frankie’s Man, Johnny 2:19
- 4 In the Jailhouse Now 2:22
- 5 My Shoes Keep Walking Back to You 2:25
- 6 Don’t Take Your Guns to Town Standout 3:04
- 7 Great Speckled Bird 2:04
- 8 Five Feet High and Rising Standout 1:49
- 9 I Forgot More Than You’ll Ever Know 2:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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