Ode to Billie Joe
Bobbie Gentry · 1967
29 min · 10 tracks · country
A haunting blend of Southern Gothic storytelling and soulful melodies that linger long after the last note.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady narrative flow throughout
- haunting melodies that linger
- reflective storytelling in order
- short tracks for quick listens
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer high-energy, upbeat music
- seek standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 21, 1967, 'Ode to Billie Joe' was Bobbie Gentry's debut studio album, establishing her as a formidable voice in country music. At this time, she was transitioning from a regional performer to a national sensation, with the title track becoming a massive hit and garnering widespread attention.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jerry Lee Lewis· Willie Nelson· Hank Williams Jr.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mississippi Delta 3:05
- 2 I Saw an Angel Die 2:57
- 3 Chickasaw County Child 2:47
- 4 Sunday Best 2:44
- 5 Niki Hoeky 2:46
- 6 Papa, Won’t You Let Me Go to Town With You? 2:34
- 7 Bugs 2:09
- 8 Hurry, Tuesday Child 3:54
- 9 Lazy Willie 2:41
- 10 Ode to Billie Joe 4:14
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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