Love the World Away
Kenny Rogers · 1980
54 min · 20 tracks · country music
A rich tapestry of soft rock and country-pop, blending heartfelt ballads with uplifting melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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You Don't Bring Me Flowers — This duet with Barbra Streisand transformed into a massive hit, capturing the emotional weight of love lost and rekindled, showcasing Rogers’ ability to convey deep sentiment through music.
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The Rose — A powerful ballad that has become synonymous with romance, this track highlights Rogers' emotive delivery and has been covered by numerous artists, indicating its lasting impact.
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Magic Start here — 'Magic' stands out for its enchanting melody and lyrical themes of love's transformative power, embodying the essence of the soft rock genre prevalent in this era.
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Sailing — With its reflective lyrics and soothing arrangement, this track encapsulates feelings of longing and freedom, further demonstrating Rogers’ versatility across genres.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for relaxed listening
- gentle peaks of heartfelt emotion
- for evening wind-down
- soothing melodies for quiet moments
- nostalgic vibes with tender narratives
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This single helped solidify Rogers' status following major hits, enhancing his recognition.
- Themes
- soft rock romance· Barbra Streisand duet· 1980s pop crossover
- Career context
- Released on June 23, 1980, 'Love the World Away' came during a peak in Kenny Rogers' career following his major hit album 'The Gambler' from 1978. At this point, Rogers was solidifying his status as a crossover artist, successfully merging country and pop music, appealing to a broad audience while showcasing his smooth vocal style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Denver· Glen Campbell· James Taylor
Tracklist
- 1 Magic Start here 3:34
- 2 The Rose 2:55
- 3 Feels So Good 2:30
- 4 Love the World Away 1:58
- 5 You Don't Bring Me Flowers 2:40
- 6 I'm Alive 2:07
- 7 Should've Never Let You Go 3:31
- 8 Steal Away 2:29
- 9 She's Out of My Life 2:33
- 10 More Love 2:28
- 11 Sailing 3:44
- 12 Daydream Believer 2:20
- 13 Just the Way You Are 2:35
- 14 How Deep Is Your Love 2:33
- 15 Let Me Love You Tonight 2:24
- 16 Theme from "The Empire Strikes Back" 2:51
- 17 Lost in Love 3:24
- 18 Biggest Part of Me 3:23
- 19 You Needed Me 2:44
- 20 Theme from "New York, New York" 2:13
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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