Happy Woman Blues
Lucinda Williams · 1980
35 min · 11 tracks · blues · folk · pop rock
A blend of poignant storytelling and raw emotion wrapped in country-inspired melodies and bluesy undertones.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- poignant storytelling in every track
- steady mid-tempo flow throughout
- for reflective afternoons
- raw emotions wrapped in melodies
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking fast-paced instant gratification
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1980, 'Happy Woman Blues' marked Lucinda Williams' debut album, introducing her distinctive voice to the alternative country scene. At this point in her career, she was establishing her identity as a songwriter and artist after years of performing in small venues and honing her craft.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Neko Case· Mary Gauthier· Patty Griffin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lafayette 3:40
- 2 I Lost It 2:52
- 3 Maria 3:45
- 4 Happy Woman Blues 3:08
- 5 King Of Hearts 4:02
- 6 Rolling Along 2:46
- 7 One Night Stand 2:53
- 8 Howlin' At Midnight 3:49
- 9 Hard Road 2:29
- 10 Louisiana Man 2:23
- 11 Sharp Cutting Wings (Song To A Poet) 3:26
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