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Hangin' On

Waylon Jennings · 1968

27 min · 12 tracks · rockabilly · country rock · outlaw country

A blend of traditional country melodies with a raw, unpolished edge that captures the spirit of outlaw country.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of heartfelt storytelling
  • light-hearted moments for casual listening
  • ideal for sing-alongs with friends
  • nostalgic reflections on love lost

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of lengthy compositions
  • prefer polished, studio productions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1968, 'Hangin' On' was Waylon Jennings' third studio album. At this point in his career, Jennings was transitioning from a more conventional country sound to the outlaw country style that would define his legacy. This album followed his earlier work and paved the way for greater artistic freedom in subsequent releases.
Stylistic neighbors
Willie Nelson· Johnny Cash· Merle Haggard

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hangin’ On 2:17
  • 2 Julie 2:23
  • 3 The Crowd 2:32
  • 4 Let Me Talk to You 2:09
  • 5 Woman, Don’t You Ever Laugh at Me 2:17
  • 6 The Chokin’ Kind 2:23
  • 7 Gentle on My Mind 2:04
  • 8 Right Before My Eyes 2:00
  • 9 Lock, Stock and Teardrops 2:43
  • 10 I Fall in Love So Easily 2:05
  • 11 Looking at a Heart That Needs a Home 2:25
  • 12 How Long Have You Been There 2:34

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