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If It Makes You Happy

Sheryl Crow · 1996

20 min · 4 tracks · blues · folk · country rock

A blend of reflective lyrics and catchy melodies, merging rock and country influences with Sheryl Crow's distinct vocal style.

If It Makes You Happy is a single by Sheryl Crow, released in 1996. A blend of reflective lyrics and catchy melodies, merging rock and country influences with Sheryl Crow's distinct vocal style. The album was a commercial hit, peaking at number six on the Billboard 200 and earning Crow a Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance. Its title track became one of Crow's signature songs, contributing to her reputation as a leading figure in the 90s rock landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does If It Makes You Happy sound like?

A blend of reflective lyrics and catchy melodies, merging rock and country influences with Sheryl Crow's distinct vocal style. Rooted in blues and folk.

What makes If It Makes You Happy by Sheryl Crow notable?

The album was a commercial hit, peaking at number six on the Billboard 200 and earning Crow a Grammy Award for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance. Its title track became one of Crow's signature songs, contributing to her reputation as a leading figure in the 90s rock landscape. Released on September 20, 1996, 'If It Makes You Happy' was Crow's third studio album, following her breakthrough with 'Tuesday Music Club.' By this time, she had solidified her place in the music scene, transitioning from a promising newcomer to a celebrated artist with commercial success.

How many songs are on If It Makes You Happy?

If It Makes You Happy has 4 tracks, running approximately 20 minutes.

Tracklist

4 tracks·20:12

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

  • 1 If It Makes You Happy Standout 5:26
  • 2 Keep on Growing Standout 5:29
  • 3 I'm Going to Be a Wheel Someday 3:40
  • 4 No One Said It Would Be Easy (live, The 328 Club in Nashville, 1994-04-15) 5:36

Release Date

September 20, 1996

Genre

blues, country rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

20 min 12 sec