Gypsy Honeymoon: The Best of Kim Carnes
60 min · 15 tracks · country · folk · pop rock
A blend of soft rock and pop infused with heartfelt storytelling and catchy melodies.
Why this album works
This album is significant for encapsulating Kim Carnes' commercial success during the 1980s, particularly through the inclusion of her Grammy Award-winning hit 'Bette Davis Eyes'. The compilation not only honors her chart-topping singles but also introduces new listeners to her contributions to the soft rock genre, which influenced many artists that followed.
- Best for
- steady melodic journey throughout heartfelt storytelling in lyrics for nostalgic evenings
- Context
- Released in 1989, 'Gypsy Honeymoon: The Best of Kim Carnes' showcases Carnes' career following her peak in the early 1980s, when her hit 'Bette Davis Eyes' topped charts. This compilation reflects on her evolution and highlights her most impactful songs, solidifying her legacy as a distinctive voice in pop-rock.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Neil Diamond· Leonard Cohen· James Taylor
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Chain Letter 4:09
- 2 Gypsy Honeymoon 4:07
- 3 Don’t Cry Now 3:50
- 4 Still Hold On 4:37
- 5 Bette Davis Eyes Standout 3:45
- 6 Mistaken Identity 4:47
- 7 More Love Standout 3:38
- 8 Thrill of the Grill 3:23
- 9 It Hurts So Bad 3:03
- 10 Don’t Fall in Love With a Dreamer Standout 3:40
- 11 Rough Edges 4:46
- 12 I’ll Be Here Where the Heart Is 4:42
- 13 Crazy in the Night (Barking at Airplanes) 3:37
- 14 Make No Mistake, He’s Mine 4:09
- 15 You’re a Part of Me 3:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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