Happy Sad cover

Happy Sad

Tim Buckley · 1969

44 min · 6 tracks · traditional folk music

An ethereal blend of folk and jazz, marked by introspective lyrics and Buckley's haunting vocal delivery.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • late-night contemplative moods
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1969, 'Happy Sad' was Tim Buckley's third album, following the folk-centric 'Goodbye and Hello'. At this point in his career, Buckley was exploring more avant-garde musical styles, moving away from traditional folk influences and paving the way for his later experimental works.
Stylistic neighbors
Jeff Buckley· Nick Drake· Leonard Cohen

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Strange Feelin’ 7:41
  • 2 Buzzin’ Fly 6:03
  • 3 Love From Room 109 at the Islander (On Pacific Coast Highway) 10:49
  • 4 Dream Letter 5:12
  • 5 Gypsy Woman 12:19
  • 6 Sing a Song for You 2:39

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