Ladies Love Outlaws cover

Ladies Love Outlaws

Waylon Jennings · 1972

30 min · 10 tracks · rockabilly · country rock · outlaw country

A blend of honky-tonk rhythms and rebellious storytelling that encapsulates the outlaw spirit of early '70s country music.

Why this album works

The album features Jennings' signature style and contributed to the outlaw country genre's rise, achieving notable commercial success. It peaked at No. 11 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and helped solidify Jennings' reputation as an influential artist during a transformative era for country music.
Best for
quick bursts of storytelling playful anthems for gatherings front-loaded energy and charm
Context
Released in 1972, 'Ladies Love Outlaws' was Waylon Jennings' third studio album, following his breakthrough with 'Honky Tonk Heroes.' At this point in his career, Jennings was solidifying his status as a leading figure in the outlaw country movement, embracing a more rugged, independent sound that contrasted sharply with mainstream Nashville.
Stylistic neighbors
Willie Nelson· Johnny Cash· Hank Williams Jr.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ladies Love Outlaws Standout 2:34
  • 2 Never Been to Spain Standout 2:41
  • 3 Sure Didn't Take Him Long 2:23
  • 4 Crazy Arms 2:37
  • 5 Revelations 3:18
  • 6 Delta Dawn Standout 3:23
  • 7 Frisco Depot 5:01
  • 8 Thanks 2:28
  • 9 I Think It's Time She Learned 2:50
  • 10 Under Your Spell Again 2:56

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