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I Am What I Am

George Jones · 1980

28 min · 10 tracks · country

A poignant exploration of heartache and resilience woven through classic country melodies and Jones's unmistakable vocal grit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, poignant storytelling moments
  • reflective, emotional listening sessions
  • intimate late-night vibes
  • melancholic yet resilient themes

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1980, George Jones was navigating a complex period in his career marked by personal struggles and a quest for artistic redemption. 'I Am What I Am' came nearly a decade after his commercial peak in the early 1970s, representing a return to form that showcased his enduring vocal prowess amidst evolving country music trends.
Stylistic neighbors
Merle Haggard· Waylon Jennings· Johnny Cash

Tracklist

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

  • 1 He Stopped Loving Her Today 3:15
  • 2 I’ve Aged Twenty Years in Five 3:16
  • 3 Brother to the Blues 2:49
  • 4 If Drinkin’ Don’t Kill Me (Her Memory Will) 3:09
  • 5 His Lovin’ Her Is Gettin’ in My Way 2:32
  • 6 I’m Not Ready Yet 3:00
  • 7 I’m the One She Missed Him With Today 3:00
  • 8 Good Hearted Woman 2:58
  • 9 A Hard Act to Follow 2:04
  • 10 Bone Dry 2:13

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata