I Never Made a Record I Didn't Like
Ray Stevens · 1988
36 min · 10 tracks · country · novelty music
A playful blend of country and novelty, filled with humor and catchy melodies.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its commercial success, reaching No. 14 on the Billboard Country Albums chart. Its humorous tracks contributed to Stevens' reputation as a leading figure in novelty music, influencing subsequent artists who wished to blend comedy with mainstream genres.
- Best for
- playful storytelling with humor mid-tempo sing-along moments light-hearted tracks for fun
- Context
- By the time Ray Stevens released 'I Never Made a Record I Didn't Like' in 1988, he was enjoying a resurgence in popularity after his previous hit 'Everything is Beautiful' in the early 1970s. This album marked his return to the charts, showcasing his signature comedic style and musical versatility during a period when he was transitioning from more serious songwriting to light-hearted novelty songs.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Julie London· Harry Nilsson· The Lovin' Spoonful· John Denver· Dean Martin· Aretha Franklin· The Beach Boys· Blondie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Surfin’ U.S.S.R. Standout 3:08
- 2 The Booger Man 4:37
- 3 Mama’s In the Sky With Elvis Standout 3:17
- 4 Language, Nudity, Violence & Sex Standout 3:20
- 5 Bad 3:44
- 6 The Day I Tried to Teach Charlene MacKenzie How to Drive 3:51
- 7 Blood and Suede 2:55
- 8 Ethelene (the Truck Stop Queen) 2:42
- 9 I Don’t Need None of That 3:14
- 10 Old Hippie Class Reunion 5:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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