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I Would Like to See You Again

Johnny Cash · 1978

32 min · 11 tracks · blues · rock & roll · traditional folk music

A poignant blend of country storytelling and bluesy introspection that reflects on love and loss.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • poignant storytelling about love
  • mid-tempo flow for easy listening
  • for quiet afternoons

Maybe skip if you want

  • looking for energetic tracks
  • prefer longer immersive experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — Explores mature themes, showcasing a reflective side of Cash's songwriting.
Themes
nostalgic longing· social commentary on labor
Career context
By 1978, Johnny Cash was a seasoned artist, having released over twenty albums since his debut in the mid-1950s. 'I Would Like to See You Again' came during a period when Cash was experiencing a resurgence in popularity, partly due to his television appearances and the evolving landscape of country music.
Stylistic neighbors
Willie Nelson· Merle Haggard· Waylon Jennings
If this clicks, go next to
A Believer Sings the Truth — Continues themes of introspection and faith, expanding on emotional depth.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Red Headed Stranger by Willie Nelson — Shares themes of love and loss with a stripped-back, storytelling approach to country music.
High, Low and in Between by Townes Van Zandt — Focuses on poignant narratives and bluesy introspection that echo Cash's emotional depth.
Car Wheels on a Gravel Road by Lucinda Williams — Combines rich storytelling with a blend of country and blues, reflecting on nostalgia and personal struggles.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "I Would Like to See You Again".

  • 1 I Would Like to See You Again Start here 2:51
  • 2 Lately 1:58
  • 3 I Wish I Was Crazy Again 2:41
  • 4 Who’s Gene Autry? 3:50
  • 5 Hurt So Bad 2:32
  • 6 I Don’t Think I Could Take You Back Again 2:47
  • 7 Abner Brown 3:36
  • 8 After Taxes 3:00
  • 9 There Ain’t No Good Chain Gang 3:15
  • 10 That’s the Way It Is 3:00
  • 11 I’m Alright Now 2:40

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