It Ain't Me Babe
The Turtles · 1965
33 min · 14 tracks · folk rock · pop rock
A vibrant blend of folk rock and pop sensibilities, echoing the spirit of 1960s counterculture.
Why this album works
The album features the hit single 'Eve of Destruction', which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, solidifying The Turtles' presence in popular music. Additionally, the album's folk rock approach influenced a generation of artists and contributed to the genre's mainstream acceptance during the mid-1960s.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels short, immersive listening sessions reflective afternoon vibes
- Context
- Released on October 1, 1965, 'It Ain't Me Babe' was The Turtles' second studio album, following their successful debut 'It Ain't Me Babe'. At this point, they were transitioning from a surf rock sound to a more sophisticated folk-rock style, establishing their identity in an evolving music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Seals and Crofts· Tom Goss· Leah Kate
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wanderin' Kind 2:07
- 2 It Was a Very Good Year 1:56
- 3 Your Maw Said You Cried 1:44
- 4 Eve of Destruction Standout 2:42
- 5 Glitter and Gold 2:10
- 6 Let the Cold Winds Blow 2:20
- 7 It Ain't Me Babe Standout 2:10
- 8 A Walk in the Sun 2:14
- 9 Last Laugh 1:47
- 10 Love Minus Zero Standout 2:54
- 11 Like a Rolling Stone 3:16
- 12 We'll Meet Again 2:31
- 13 Grim Reaper of Love 2:45
- 14 So Goes Love 2:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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