Love and Theft
Bob Dylan · 2001
57 min · 12 tracks · blues · folk rock · jazz
A playful yet reflective blend of folk, blues, and country with Dylan's signature lyrical wit.
Why this album works
'Love and Theft' was met with widespread acclaim, debuting at number five on the Billboard 200 and receiving a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album. It also gained recognition for its intricate storytelling, contributing to the Americana movement that celebrated roots music in the early 2000s.
- Best for
- playful storytelling with wit reflective moments for introspection enjoyable sing-alongs with friends
- Context
- Released on September 11, 2001, 'Love and Theft' marked Bob Dylan's 31st studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Time Out of Mind.' At this point in his career, Dylan was experiencing a creative resurgence, drawing from various American musical traditions while solidifying his status as a cultural icon.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tom Waits· Frank Zappa· Prince· Chicago· Blood, Sweat & Tears· Bette Midler· The Pointer Sisters· Steely Dan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tweedle Dee & Tweedle Dum Standout 4:46
- 2 Mississippi Standout 5:21
- 3 Summer Days 4:52
- 4 Bye and Bye 3:16
- 5 Lonesome Day Blues 6:05
- 6 Floater (Too Much to Ask) 4:59
- 7 High Water (For Charley Patton) Standout 4:04
- 8 Moonlight 3:23
- 9 Honest With Me 5:49
- 10 Po' Boy 3:05
- 11 Cry a While 5:05
- 12 Sugar Baby 6:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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