Listen to a Country Song
Lynn Anderson · 1972
28 min · 11 tracks · country · folk
A blend of heartfelt storytelling and melodic country twang, infused with Lynn Anderson's warm vocal charm.
Why this album works
The title track became a major hit, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, which helped define Anderson's career trajectory. The album's commercial success played a pivotal role in bringing women's voices to the forefront of country music during the early 1970s.
- Career context
- Released in 1972, 'Listen to a Country Song' was Lynn Anderson's breakthrough album, following her earlier singles that had laid the groundwork for her success. This album solidified her status as a leading female artist in the country genre, showcasing her unique ability to convey emotion through song.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cher· R. Stevie Moore· Nikka Costa· Harry Nilsson· Dean Martin· Kenny Rogers· Donna Summer· Aretha Franklin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Listen to a Country Song Standout 2:47
- 2 Reason to Believe 3:09
- 3 There’s a Party Going On 2:41
- 4 Everybody’s Reaching Out for Someone 2:15
- 5 If I Can’t Be Your Woman Standout 3:07
- 6 Just Keep It Up 2:09
- 7 Fool Me 2:27
- 8 Take Me to Your World Standout 2:52
- 9 You’re Everything 2:30
- 10 It Don’t Do No Good to Be a Good Girl 2:20
- 11 That’s What Loving You Has Meant 2:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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