Medicine Songs
Buffy Sainte-Marie · 2017
49 min · 13 tracks · country · electronic · folk
A powerful blend of folk, rock, and poignant lyrics that address the struggles of Indigenous peoples.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady thematic exploration throughout
- poignant reflections on struggle
- thoughtful engagement with history
- cathartic moments of empowerment
Maybe skip if you want
- seeks fast-paced entertainment
- prefers lighthearted listening
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Medicine Songs' was released in 2017, Buffy Sainte-Marie had established herself as a vital voice for Indigenous rights and social justice. This album followed her previous release, 'Power in the Blood' (2015), showcasing her continued relevance in contemporary music while revisiting themes central to her career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joni Mitchell· Kate Bush· Joan Baez
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Got to Run (Spirit of the Wind) 3:42
- 2 The War Racket 4:00
- 3 Starwalker 3:05
- 4 My Country ’Tis of Thy People You’re Dying 5:35
- 5 America the Beautiful 2:54
- 6 Carry It On 2:59
- 7 Little Wheel Spin and Spin 3:00
- 8 No No Keshagesh 4:46
- 9 Soldier Blue 3:42
- 10 The Priests of the Golden Bull 4:06
- 11 Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee 4:33
- 12 Universal Soldier 2:41
- 13 Power in the Blood 4:05
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