What makes From a Distance: The Very Best of Nanci Griffith by Nanci Griffith notable?

The album reached No. 10 on the U.S. Billboard Top Country Albums chart, highlighting Griffith's commercial appeal while celebrating her artistic legacy. Critics praised the collection for its emotional depth and lyrical storytelling, solidifying her status as a vital voice in American roots music. It also introduced new listeners to Griffith's work, reinforcing her influence on subsequent generations of songwriters. Released in 2002, this compilation album showcases Nanci Griffith's extensive catalog during her established career as a poignant singer-songwriter. By this time, Griffith had already gained recognition for her unique contributions to the folk and country genres, with several acclaimed albums behind her, including 'Little Love Affairs' (1998) and 'Clock Without Hands' (2001). This collection serves as both a retrospective and an affirmation of her influence on contemporary Americana music.

Who is From a Distance: The Very Best of Nanci Griffith for?

From a Distance: The Very Best of Nanci Griffith works well if you're into heartfelt storytelling with warmth, wave-like pacing with peaks and reflective moments for quiet nights.

How many songs are on From a Distance: The Very Best of Nanci Griffith?

From a Distance: The Very Best of Nanci Griffith has 22 tracks, running approximately 78 minutes.

From a Distance: The Very Best of Nanci Griffith

Nanci Griffith · 2002

78 min · 22 tracks · country · folk

Heartfelt storytelling unfolds through a blend of folk and country, infused with warmth and a touch of melancholy.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

heartfelt storytelling with warmth
wave-like pacing with peaks
reflective moments for quiet nights
sing-along nostalgia with friends
for road trip soundtracks

Maybe skip if you want

seeking instant gratification
prefer high-energy listening

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2002, this compilation album showcases Nanci Griffith's extensive catalog during her established career as a poignant singer-songwriter. By this time, Griffith had already gained recognition for her unique contributions to the folk and country genres, with several acclaimed albums behind her, including 'Little Love Affairs' (1998) and 'Clock Without Hands' (2001). This collection serves as both a retrospective and an affirmation of her influence on contemporary Americana music.
Stylistic neighbors: Mary Chapin Carpenter· Lucinda Williams· Kate Campbell

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Tracklist

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1 Lone Star State of Mind 3:58
2 Cold Hearts/Closed Minds 2:42
3 From a Distance 4:12
4 Ford Econoline 2:13
5 Trouble in the Fields 3:20
6 There’s a Light Beyond These Woods (Mary Margaret) 4:23
7 Looking for the Time (Workin’ Girl) (live) 2:55
8 I Don’t Want to Talk About Love 4:07
9 Drive-In Movies and Dashboard Lights 3:13
10 It’s a Hard Life Wherever You Go 4:02
11 If Wishes Were Changes 3:46
12 Once in a Very Blue Moon (live) 2:25
13 Anyone Can Be Somebody’s Fool 2:40
14 I Knew Love 3:18
15 Gulf Coast Highway 3:05
16 I Wish It Would Rain 2:38
17 Outbound Plane 2:39
18 Love at the Five and Dime (live) 7:22
19 It’s Just Another Morning Here 4:23
20 Late Night Grande Hotel 3:35
21 Hometown Streets 4:11
22 The Wing and the Wheel (live) 3:21

What to play next

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Clock Without Hands

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