Four Chords & Several Years Ago
Huey Lewis and the News · 1994
48 min · 17 tracks · hard rock · doo-wop
A vibrant collection of classics reimagined with Huey Lewis's signature blend of rock and doo-wop energy.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its tribute to classic songs from the '50s and '60s, showcasing Huey Lewis and the News's ability to reinterpret timeless hits. It received moderate critical reception and helped to solidify their legacy within the rock genre, even as grunge began to dominate the charts.
- Best for
- sing-along moments with friends steady groove for dancing nostalgic vibes throughout listening
- Context
- Released in 1994, 'Four Chords & Several Years Ago' came after the band's commercial peak in the late '80s. By this time, they had established themselves as a staple of American rock music but were facing a shifting musical landscape. This album marked a nostalgic return to their roots, covering tracks that influenced their sound during their formative years.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cher· Prince· Neil Young· Bruce Springsteen· ZZ Top· Green Day· Cyndi Lauper· Bob Dylan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shake Rattle and Roll Standout 3:07
- 2 Blue Monday 2:41
- 3 Searching for My Love Standout 2:50
- 4 (She's) Some Kind of Wonderful Standout 3:07
- 5 But It's Alright 2:55
- 6 If You Gotta Make a Fool of Somebody 2:32
- 7 Mother in Law 2:43
- 8 Little Bitty Pretty One 2:04
- 9 Good Morning Little School Girl 4:02
- 10 Stagger Lee 2:36
- 11 She Shot a Hole in My Soul 2:38
- 12 Surely I Love You 2:51
- 13 You Left the Water Running 3:07
- 14 Your Cash Ain't Nothin' but Trash 2:57
- 15 Function at the Junction 3:13
- 16 Better to Have and Not Need 3:32
- 17 Going Down Slow 1:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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