Released 55 years ago this June
Grin
Nils Lofgren · 1971
48 min · 14 tracks · pop music · rock music
A blend of reflective lyrics and melodic rock, capturing the essence of early 70s singer-songwriter intimacy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing with reflective depth
- singer-songwriter intimacy in flow
- warm melodies for cozy evenings
- nostalgic vibes for quiet moments
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer standalone singles over cohesion
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1971, 'Grin' was Nils Lofgren's debut album following his tenure with the band Grin. At this point in his career, Lofgren was transitioning from a promising young musician known for his guitar work to a solo artist establishing his identity. This album set the stage for his future contributions to rock and pop music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bruce Springsteen· Tom Petty· David Bowie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Like Rain 3:39
- 2 See What a Love Can Do 5:04
- 3 Everybody’s Missin’ the Sun 2:45
- 4 18 Faced Lover 3:27
- 5 Outlaw 4:02
- 6 We All Sung Together 3:44
- 7 If I Were a Song 3:11
- 8 Take You to the Movies Tonight 1:44
- 9 Direction 4:02
- 10 Pioneer Mary 3:46
- 11 Open Wide 3:02
- 12 I Had Too Much (Miss Dazi) 3:20
- 13 Nobody 2:59
- 14 Sing for Happiness 3:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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