In the Wind
Peter, Paul and Mary · 1963
38 min · 12 tracks · folk music
A harmonious blend of folk melodies and poignant lyrics that capture the spirit of social change in the early 1960s.
Top tracks — play these first
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Blowin’ in the Wind — This track is a powerful protest song that encapsulates the yearning for peace and justice, becoming synonymous with the civil rights movement.
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Don't Think Twice, It's All Right — The song showcases a narrative of resignation and introspection, exemplifying Bob Dylan's influence on the group's repertoire while highlighting their vocal harmonies.
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Very Last Day — This opening track sets a reflective tone for the album with its haunting melody and thought-provoking lyrics about life’s transience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends traditional and original folk songs with strong harmonies, reflecting its era's social themes.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and emotional dynamics.
- Each track typically follows a verse-chorus structure, allowing for clear lyrical storytelling throughout.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic flow throughout
- thoughtful reflections on social themes
- for quiet afternoons
- gentle sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer longer immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1963, In the Wind was Peter, Paul and Mary's third studio album, following their self-titled debut. At this point in their career, they had already gained significant recognition for their contributions to the folk music revival, establishing themselves as prominent voices in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Kingston Trio· Simon & Garfunkel· The Brothers Four
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Very Last Day 2:33
- 2 Hush‐A‐Bye 2:23
- 3 Long Chain On 4:38
- 4 Rocky Road 3:42
- 5 Tell It on the Mountain 2:58
- 6 Polly Von 4:10
- 7 Stewball 3:12
- 8 All My Trials 3:19
- 9 Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right 3:16
- 10 Freight Train 2:47
- 11 Quit Your Low Down Ways 2:07
- 12 Blowin’ in the Wind 2:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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