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Friendship

Ray Charles · 1984

29 min · 10 tracks · country · jazz · R&B

A heartfelt blend of soul and country, showcasing Ray Charles' emotive vocals and storytelling prowess.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heartfelt storytelling in every track
  • steady mid-tempo flow throughout
  • for relaxed gatherings
  • nostalgic vibes with a warm

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer faster-paced listening experiences
  • seek complex, lengthy compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Friendship' was released in 1984, Ray Charles was already an established icon, known for pioneering the fusion of various genres. This album came a decade after his critically acclaimed 'Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music,' marking his continued evolution and exploration within the realms of soul and country music.
Stylistic neighbors
Sam Cooke· Otis Redding· Aretha Franklin

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Two Old Cats Like Us 2:35
  • 2 This Old Heart (Is Gonna Rise Again) 3:04
  • 3 We Didn’t See a Thing 2:12
  • 4 Who Cares 2:58
  • 5 Rock and Roll Shoes 2:42
  • 6 Friendship 2:41
  • 7 It Ain’t Gonna Worry My Mind 2:54
  • 8 Little Hotel Room 2:59
  • 9 Crazy Old Soldier 3:33
  • 10 Seven Spanish Angels 3:51

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata