Just Between the Two of Us
Merle Haggard · 1966
29 min · 12 tracks · country
A heartfelt collection of traditional country ballads filled with longing and introspection.
Why this album works
This album reached No. 8 on the Billboard Country Albums chart, marking Haggard's continued ascent in the genre. Its poignant themes and emotional delivery resonated with listeners, helping to establish a template for future country ballads that focus on personal relationships and moral complexity.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments heartfelt ballads about longing short tracks for quick listens
- Context
- Released in 1966, 'Just Between the Two of Us' was Merle Haggard's follow-up to his breakthrough album 'Swinging Doors' from the previous year. At this point in his career, Haggard was solidifying his reputation as a leading voice in country music, blending personal storytelling with classic honky-tonk sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jerry Lee Lewis· Willie Nelson· Hank Williams Jr.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Just Between the Two of Us Standout 2:46
- 2 House Without Love Is Not a Home Standout 2:19
- 3 Slowly but Surely 2:21
- 4 Our Hearts Are Holding Hands 2:24
- 5 I Wanta Live Again 2:05
- 6 Forever and Ever Standout 2:07
- 7 That Makes Two of Us 2:46
- 8 I’ll Take a Chance 2:02
- 9 Stranger in My Arms 2:48
- 10 Too Used to Being With You 2:59
- 11 So Much for Me, So Much for You 2:36
- 12 Wait a Little Longer, Please Jesus 2:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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