It's My Way!
Buffy Sainte-Marie · 1964
40 min · 13 tracks · country · electronic · folk
Buffy Sainte-Marie's poignant folk melodies intertwine with biting social commentary and rich cultural storytelling.
Why this album works
- Best for
- poignant storytelling with depth steady pacing for reflective moments cultural narratives that provoke thought
- Context
- Released in 1964, 'It's My Way!' is Buffy Sainte-Marie's debut album, marking her introduction to the music scene during a period of intense political activism. At this time, she was redefining the role of Indigenous voices in folk music, establishing herself as a powerful advocate for Native American rights.
- If you like
- country, electronic, folk
It's My Way! is an album by Buffy Sainte-Marie, released in 1964. Buffy Sainte-Marie's poignant folk melodies intertwine with biting social commentary and rich cultural storytelling. 'It's My Way!' is significant not only for its critical reception but also for its impact on the folk music genre, charting at number 5 on the Billboard Folk Albums chart. The album features 'Universal Soldier,' which became an anti-war anthem and showcased Sainte-Marie's ability to blend personal and political themes in her songwriting. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does It's My Way! sound like?
Buffy Sainte-Marie's poignant folk melodies intertwine with biting social commentary and rich cultural storytelling. Rooted in country and electronic.
What makes It's My Way! by Buffy Sainte-Marie notable?
'It's My Way!' is significant not only for its critical reception but also for its impact on the folk music genre, charting at number 5 on the Billboard Folk Albums chart. The album features 'Universal Soldier,' which became an anti-war anthem and showcased Sainte-Marie's ability to blend personal and political themes in her songwriting. Released in 1964, 'It's My Way!' is Buffy Sainte-Marie's debut album, marking her introduction to the music scene during a period of intense political activism. At this time, she was redefining the role of Indigenous voices in folk music, establishing herself as a powerful advocate for Native American rights.
Who is It's My Way! for?
It's My Way! works well if you're into poignant storytelling with depth, steady pacing for reflective moments and cultural narratives that provoke thought.
How many songs are on It's My Way!?
It's My Way! has 13 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Now That the Buffalo’s Gone Standout 2:51
- 2 The Old Man’s Lament 4:02
- 3 Ananias 2:40
- 4 Mayoo Sto Hoon 1:25
- 5 Cod’ine Standout 5:07
- 6 Cripple Creek 1:50
- 7 The Universal Soldier Standout 2:20
- 8 Babe in Arms 2:35
- 9 He Lived Alone in Town 4:42
- 10 You’re Gonna Need Somebody on Your Bond 2:50
- 11 The Incest Song 4:19
- 12 Eyes of Amber 2:21
- 13 It’s My Way 3:33
Release Date
January 1, 1964
Genre
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
40 min 35 sec
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