Have a Good Time cover

Released 50 years ago

Have a Good Time

Al Green · 1976

30 min · 9 tracks · R&B · soul

Smooth melodies and heartfelt vocals intertwine, capturing the essence of soul music's warmth and emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • heartfelt vocals with warmth
  • uplifting moments for relaxation
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced excitement
  • seek complex, lengthy compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 18, 1976, 'Have a Good Time' is Al Green's sixth studio album, following his successful 'Greatest Hits' compilation earlier that year. At this point in his career, Green was solidifying his status as a leading voice in soul music, known for his unique blend of deep emotion and uplifting grooves.
Stylistic neighbors
Marvin Gaye· Otis Redding· Sam Cooke

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Keep Me Crying 3:08
  • 2 Smile a Little Bit More 2:53
  • 3 I Tried to Tell Myself 3:28
  • 4 Something 4:24
  • 5 The Truth Marches On 2:42
  • 6 Have a Good Time 3:38
  • 7 Nothing Takes the Place of You 4:39
  • 8 Happy 2:40
  • 9 Hold on Forever 2:38

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