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Gather Me

Melanie · 1971

40 min · 13 tracks · country · traditional folk music

A whimsical blend of folk melodies and country storytelling, woven with a playful spirit and heartfelt introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical storytelling with warmth
  • playful energy for sunny days
  • heartfelt introspection on quiet evenings
  • short tracks for easy listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking intense, high-energy experiences
  • prefer long, cohesive narratives

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 1, 1971, 'Gather Me' was Melanie's third studio album, following her breakout success with 'Brand New Key.' At this point in her career, she was establishing herself as a distinctive voice in folk and pop music, building on the momentum from her previous hit songs while experimenting with deeper lyrical themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Kacey Musgraves· Brandi Carlile· Sara Watkins

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Little Bit of Me 4:13
  • 2 Some Day I'll Be a Farmer 2:51
  • 3 Steppin' 3:28
  • 4 Brand New Key 2:26
  • 5 Ring Around the Moon 0:41
  • 6 Ring the Living Bell / Shine the Living Light (Chant & reprise) 5:06
  • 7 Railroad 2:50
  • 8 Kansas 1:48
  • 9 Some Say (I Got Devil) 3:07
  • 10 Center of the Circle 4:43
  • 11 What Wonderous Love 3:53
  • 12 Baby Day 3:45
  • 13 Tell Me Why 1:30

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