Green Light
Bonnie Raitt · 1982
35 min · 10 tracks · blues · folk rock · Americana
A blend of heartfelt ballads and upbeat grooves showcasing Raitt's soulful voice and bluesy guitar work.
Why this album works
- Best for
- short, engaging listening sessions heartfelt emotional reflections varied pacing and moods
- Context
- When 'Green Light' was released in 1982, Bonnie Raitt was transitioning from her early career successes to a more mainstream recognition. This album followed her critically acclaimed release 'Sweet Forgiveness' (1977) and marked her continued exploration of Americana and blues rock as she sought to solidify her place in popular music.
- If you like
- blues, folk rock, Americana
Green Light is an album by Bonnie Raitt, released in 1982. A blend of heartfelt ballads and upbeat grooves showcasing Raitt's soulful voice and bluesy guitar work. 'Green Light' is notable for its commercial performance, reaching No. 36 on the Billboard 200 and charting well on adult contemporary charts. Critics praised it for its mature songwriting and Raitt's distinctive vocal style, establishing her as a significant figure in the genre during the early '80s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Green Light sound like?
A blend of heartfelt ballads and upbeat grooves showcasing Raitt's soulful voice and bluesy guitar work. Rooted in blues and folk rock.
What makes Green Light by Bonnie Raitt notable?
'Green Light' is notable for its commercial performance, reaching No. 36 on the Billboard 200 and charting well on adult contemporary charts. Critics praised it for its mature songwriting and Raitt's distinctive vocal style, establishing her as a significant figure in the genre during the early '80s. When 'Green Light' was released in 1982, Bonnie Raitt was transitioning from her early career successes to a more mainstream recognition. This album followed her critically acclaimed release 'Sweet Forgiveness' (1977) and marked her continued exploration of Americana and blues rock as she sought to solidify her place in popular music.
Who is Green Light for?
Green Light works well if you're into short, engaging listening sessions, heartfelt emotional reflections and varied pacing and moods.
How many songs are on Green Light?
Green Light has 10 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Keep This Heart in Mind Standout 3:20
- 2 River of Tears Standout 4:54
- 3 Can't Get Enough 2:51
- 4 Willya Wontcha 3:22
- 5 Let's Keep It Between Us 4:43
- 6 Me and the Boys 3:38
- 7 I Can't Help Myself 3:06
- 8 Baby Come Back 2:48
- 9 Talk to Me Standout 3:22
- 10 Green Lights 3:14
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