Just Gimme Somethin' I'm Used To
Norman Blake · 1992
62 min · 13 tracks · country music
A reflective blend of traditional country sounds with storytelling that evokes both nostalgia and a sense of place.
Top tracks — play these first
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Georgia Railroad — The track captures Southern imagery through vivid storytelling, blending soulful melodies with heartfelt lyrics that reflect on the region's history.
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Medley: Green Leaf Fancy / The Fields of November / Gonna Go Huntin' For the Buffalo — This medley showcases Blake’s skillful guitar work and deep connection to American folk traditions, creating an immersive experience that highlights varying musical styles.
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Wabash Cannonball — A classic folk song reimagined by Blake, this track emphasizes his ability to breathe new life into traditional material while maintaining its cultural significance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wistful storytelling with nostalgia
- reflective moments for quiet listening
- long-form tracks that unfold gently
- evocative melodies for daydreaming
- engaging narratives about everyday life
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer upbeat, high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Norman Blake released Just Gimme Somethin' I'm Used To in 1992, he was already established as a respected figure in folk and country music. This album followed his acclaimed works in the late '80s, including collaborations with artists like Johnny Cash, marking a continuation of his exploration of American roots music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Prine· Townes Van Zandt· Guy Clark
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Waiting the Boatman
The narrative shifts from past memories to a poignant present moment, inviting listeners into a reflective space about life's transience.
This structural choice enhances emotional impact by contrasting reminiscence with current feelings of longing and acceptance.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Waiting the Boatman 4:16
- 2 Georgia Railroad 3:26
- 3 Silence or Tears 3:20
- 4 The Poor Little Sailor Boy 6:17
- 5 Medley: Green Leaf Fancy / The Fields of November / Gonna Go Huntin' For the Buffalo 7:24
- 6 When the Work's All Done This Fall 4:01
- 7 Brickyard Joe 3:20
- 8 Mr. Garfield 7:22
- 9 Old Grimes 2:27
- 10 Wabash Cannonball 5:02
- 11 I'd Rather Be an Old Time Christian 3:20
- 12 Little Matty Groves 7:03
- 13 Walking Tune 5:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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