Izitso
Cat Stevens · 1977
37 min · 10 tracks · traditional folk music · Islamic music
A playful blend of folk, pop, and rock that reflects on life’s whimsical and poignant moments.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical reflections on daily life
- steady mid-tempo for easy listening
- playful tunes for lighthearted moments
- short tracks for casual enjoyment
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of intense emotional depth
- fans of long, sprawling albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1977, 'Izitso' was Cat Stevens' first album after his conversion to Islam and subsequent name change to Yusuf Islam. At this point in his career, he had already achieved significant commercial success with hits like 'Tea for the Tillerman' and 'Teaser and the Firecat', making this album a notable pivot toward a more introspective style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Taylor· Nick Drake· Simon & Garfunkel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 (Remember the Days of the) Old Schoolyard 2:44
- 2 Life 4:55
- 3 Killin' Time 3:30
- 4 Kypros 3:10
- 5 Bonfire 4:08
- 6 (I Never Wanted) to Be a Star 3:03
- 7 Crazy 3:33
- 8 Sweet Jamaica 3:29
- 9 Was Dog a Doughnut? 4:16
- 10 Child for a Day 4:20
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