Lay It Down
Al Green · 2008
44 min · 11 tracks · R&B · soul
Warm, soulful melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, echoing Al Green's classic sound while embracing contemporary R&B elements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady groove for relaxed moments
- warm melodies for intimate settings
- heartfelt lyrics that resonate deeply
- consistent flow for easy listening
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
- seek experimental or avant-garde sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2008, 'Lay It Down' marked Al Green's first studio album in over a decade, following his 1995 release 'Your Heart's in Good Hands'. At this point in his career, Green was experiencing a resurgence, rekindling his connection with both longtime fans and a new generation drawn to his timeless style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marvin Gaye· Otis Redding· Sam Cooke
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lay It Down 4:30
- 2 Just for Me 3:58
- 3 You’ve Got the Love I Need 4:14
- 4 No One Like You 4:31
- 5 What More Do You Want From Me 4:13
- 6 Take Your Time 4:37
- 7 Too Much 3:29
- 8 Stay With Me (By the Sea) 3:23
- 9 All I Need 3:41
- 10 I’m Wild About You 4:51
- 11 Standing in the Rain 3:08
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