I'll Never Get Out of This World Alive
Steve Earle · 2011
37 min · 11 tracks · blues · alternative country · Americana
A gritty blend of Americana and country infused with reflective storytelling and a touch of bluesy melancholy.
Why this album works
This album received critical acclaim, debuting at number 16 on the Billboard 200 and winning the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album. It solidified Earle's status as a prominent voice in Americana music, influencing a new generation of singer-songwriters with its honest narratives and rich musicality.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments gritty storytelling with melancholy for evening introspection
- Context
- Released in 2011, 'I'll Never Get Out of This World Alive' marked Steve Earle's return to form following a hiatus after his last studio album, 'Townes.' At this point in his career, Earle was revitalizing his sound while grappling with personal challenges, including the loss of his long-time collaborator and friend, which added depth to his songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Willie Nelson· Bob Dylan· Hiss Golden Messenger
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Waitin’ on the Sky 3:29
- 2 Little Emperor 2:58
- 3 The Gulf of Mexico Standout 4:15
- 4 Molly‐O 3:20
- 5 God Is God Standout 3:59
- 6 Meet Me in the Alleyway 4:25
- 7 Every Part of Me 2:51
- 8 Lonely Are the Free 3:23
- 9 Heaven or Hell 3:26
- 10 I Am a Wanderer 2:53
- 11 This City Standout 2:44
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