Released 47 years ago this November
From the Heart
Janie Fricke · 1979
30 min · 10 tracks · folk music
A heartfelt blend of country pop and folk, showcasing warm melodies and relatable storytelling throughout.
Top tracks — play these first
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But Love Me — This track opens the album with its catchy chorus and relatable lyrics about love's complexities, establishing Fricke's signature style.
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Gonna Love Ya (Till the Cows Come Home) — The playful tone and upbeat tempo make this song a standout, showcasing Fricke's ability to blend humor with heartfelt emotion.
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Some Fools Don’t Ever Learn — This track features poignant storytelling and a memorable melody that highlights Fricke's vocal prowess and emotional depth.
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One Piece at a Time — A classic narrative-driven song that reflects on life's simple joys, demonstrating Fricke's talent for weaving stories into her music.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- warm melodies for cozy moments
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- heartfelt themes of romance
- easy listening during relaxation
Maybe skip if you
- seeking complex musical structures
- prefer longer immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in November 1979, From the Heart was Janie Fricke's second studio album, following her successful debut. At this point in her career, she was emerging as a prominent voice in country music, having gained attention with hits like 'I'll Love You Forever' from her first album.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Linda Ronstadt· Emmylou Harris· Kacey Musgraves
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Some Fools Don’t Ever Learn
The bridge reveals a moment of realization about repeated mistakes in love without shifting away from the established narrative voice.
This structural choice deepens the emotional impact by contrasting understanding against the backdrop of past experiences.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 But Love Me 3:06
- 2 Fallin’ for You 3:19
- 3 My World Begins and Ends With You 2:53
- 4 A Cool September 2:37
- 5 When I Fall in Love 2:58
- 6 Pass Me By (If You’re Only Passing Through) 3:01
- 7 Gonna Love Ya (Till the Cows Come Home) 2:57
- 8 Some Fools Don’t Ever Learn 3:00
- 9 One Piece at a Time 2:54
- 10 This Ain’t Tennessee and He Ain’t You 3:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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