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James Taylor

James Taylor · 1968

38 min · 12 tracks · country · folk rock · pop rock

Intimate acoustic melodies intertwine with reflective lyrics, creating a warm and inviting folk ambiance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate acoustic melodies for reflection
  • steady pacing for relaxed listening
  • warm ambiance for cozy evenings
  • thoughtful lyrics that invite introspection
  • for rainy day moods

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer standalone catchy hits

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in December 1968, 'James Taylor' was Taylor's self-titled debut album, positioning him as a rising star in the folk-rock scene. This album followed his earlier work with The Flying Machine and marked his first major label release under Apple Records.
Stylistic neighbors
Carole King· Jackson Browne· Jim Croce

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Don't Talk Now 2:36
  • 2 Something's Wrong 3:08
  • 3 Knocking 'Round the Zoo 3:26
  • 4 Sunshine Sunshine 2:49
  • 5 Taking It In 3:05
  • 6 Something in the Way She Moves 3:02
  • 7 Carolina in My Mind 3:38
  • 8 Brighten Your Night With My Day 2:27
  • 9 Night Owl 4:16
  • 10 Rainy Day Man 3:00
  • 11 Circle Round the Sun 3:25
  • 12 The Blues Is Just a Bad Dream 3:43

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