Janis Ian
Janis Ian · 1967
39 min · 12 tracks · traditional folk music
A poignant blend of folk and pop, infused with introspective lyrics that challenge societal norms.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- introspective themes of societal norms
- thoughtful storytelling for quiet evenings
- emotional resonance in lyrical depth
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- want purely instrumental backgrounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Janis Ian's self-titled debut album was released in 1967 when she was just 15 years old. This early work marked her entry into the music scene following a few years of honing her craft in New York's folk clubs. It set the foundation for her career, establishing her as a powerful voice in songwriting at a young age.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joni Mitchell· Carole King· Laura Nyro
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Society’s Child 3:08
- 2 Go ’Way Little Girl 3:15
- 3 Hair of Spun Gold 4:00
- 4 Then Tangles of My Mind 2:30
- 5 I’ll Give You a Stone If You’ll Throw It (Changing Tymes) 3:45
- 6 Pro‐Girl 2:46
- 7 A Grape Masher With Dirty Feet 3:00
- 8 Younger Generation Blues 2:53
- 9 New Christ Cardiac Hero 4:05
- 10 Lover Be Kindly 2:55
- 11 Mrs. McKenzie 2:35
- 12 Janey’s Blues 5:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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