Music Man cover

Music Man

Waylon Jennings · 1980

33 min · 10 tracks · rockabilly · country rock · outlaw country

A blend of outlaw country and rockabilly, merging storytelling with infectious melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
  • storytelling that invites reflection
  • laid-back vibes for gatherings
  • short tracks for quick listens

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy anthems
  • prefer longer, sprawling albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1980, 'Music Man' was Waylon Jennings' twelfth studio album, following his critically acclaimed 'Dreaming My Dreams'. At this point in his career, Jennings was solidifying his status as a leading figure in the outlaw country movement, embracing both commercial success and artistic freedom.
Stylistic neighbors
Willie Nelson· Johnny Cash· Merle Haggard

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Clyde 2:39
  • 2 It’s Alright 2:59
  • 3 Theme From ‘The Duke of Hazzard’ (Good Ol’ Boys) 2:06
  • 4 Nashville Wimmin’ 3:32
  • 5 Do It Again 3:45
  • 6 Sweet Music Man 3:33
  • 7 Storms Never Last 2:50
  • 8 He Went to Paris 3:18
  • 9 What About You 3:32
  • 10 Waltz Across Texas 5:10

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