Music from Songwriter
Kris Kristofferson · 1984
39 min · 11 tracks · country music
Intimate storytelling blends with reflective melodies, capturing the essence of personal and artistic struggle.
Top tracks — play these first
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Songwriter — The title track serves as a poignant reflection on the craft of writing songs, emphasizing the struggles and triumphs inherent in creative expression.
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Who'll Buy My Memories — This song encapsulates the bittersweet nature of nostalgia, combining heartfelt lyrics with a tender melody that resonates with listeners' own memories.
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Write Your Own Songs — A rallying cry for authenticity in songwriting, this track encourages artists to embrace their unique voices amidst industry pressures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective storytelling with heart
- steady pacing for deep listening
- melodic journey through songwriting
- intimate moments of self-reflection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1984, Music from Songwriter came during Kris Kristofferson's period of artistic redefinition after a successful career in the 1970s. This album followed his notable work on the film Songwriter, showcasing his lyrical prowess and deepening exploration of themes around creativity and self-identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Townes Van Zandt· John Prine· Guy Clark
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 How Do You Feel About Foolin' Around 2:43
- 2 Songwriter 3:04
- 3 Who'll Buy My Memories 3:31
- 4 Write Your Own Songs 3:16
- 5 Nobody Said It Was Going to Be Easy 2:28
- 6 Good Times 3:37
- 7 Eye of the Storm 3:13
- 8 Crossing the Border 5:11
- 9 Down to Her Socks 2:51
- 10 Under the Gun 6:18
- 11 The Final Attraction 3:33
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