Jersey Boy cover

Jersey Boy

Eddie Rabbitt · 1990

36 min · 10 tracks · country music

A blend of heartfelt country storytelling and rich melodies that evoke a sense of nostalgia and longing.

Top tracks — play these first

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    It's Lonely Out Tonite — This track captures the emotional core of the album with its poignant lyrics about solitude and yearning, making it relatable across generations.
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    Jersey Boy — 'Jersey Boy' serves as an autobiographical anthem, blending personal narrative with a broader cultural identity that resonates deeply with listeners from New Jersey.
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    Tennessee Born and Bred — The opening track sets the tone for the album, merging memories of roots with Rabbitt's signature style, highlighting his journey from Tennessee to broader fame.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
  • heartfelt storytelling with warmth
  • nostalgic reflections on home
  • for casual gatherings

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer abstract or experimental sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1990, Eddie Rabbitt had already established himself in the country music scene with hits like 'I Love a Rainy Night'. 'Jersey Boy' was his follow-up to the successful album 'Voice of America', reflecting both personal experiences and broader themes of Americana. This album came at a pivotal point as he aimed to maintain his relevance in a shifting musical landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Ronnie Milsap· Kenny Rogers· John Conlee

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Tennessee Born and Bred 3:43
  • 2 On Second Thought 3:38
  • 3 Runnin’ With the Wind 4:06
  • 4 They’re Tearin’ My Little Town Down 2:39
  • 5 American Boy 3:13
  • 6 Hold On To Me (The Rain Song) 4:20
  • 7 Feel Like A Stranger 3:23
  • 8 It’s Lonely Out Tonite 3:33
  • 9 Jersey Boy 4:42
  • 10 Only One Love In My Life 3:11

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