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Many a Mile

Buffy Sainte-Marie · 1965

36 min · 14 tracks · country · electronic · folk

Buffy Sainte-Marie intertwines poignant folk melodies with sharp political commentary and diverse cultural influences.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with poignant moments
  • political themes woven through melodies
  • ideal for reflective listening sessions
  • consistent flow with emotional peaks

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy anthems
  • prefer standalone, upbeat tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1965, 'Many a Mile' is Buffy Sainte-Marie's debut album, marking her entry into the music scene as a prominent Indigenous voice. At this time, she was just beginning to gain attention for her unique blend of folk and social activism, laying the groundwork for her influential career.
Stylistic neighbors
Joni Mitchell· Kate Bush· Joan Baez

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Must I Go Round 2:36
  • 2 Los pescadores 2:01
  • 3 Ground Hog 2:13
  • 4 On the Banks of Red Roses 2:36
  • 5 Fixin’ to Die 2:29
  • 6 Until It’s Time for You to Go 2:27
  • 7 The Piney Wood Hills 3:40
  • 8 Welcome, Welcome Emigrante 2:12
  • 9 Broke Down Girl 2:00
  • 10 Johnny Be Fair 1:44
  • 11 Maple Sugar Boy 1:42
  • 12 Lazarus 2:56
  • 13 Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies 4:48
  • 14 Many a Mile 2:42

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