Oh Lonesome Me cover

Oh Lonesome Me

Don Gibson · 1958

29 min · 12 tracks · country

A poignant blend of sorrowful ballads and heartfelt storytelling, defining the sound of classic country music.

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1958, 'Oh Lonesome Me' marked Don Gibson's third studio album, following his earlier works that established his reputation in country music. At this point, Gibson was transitioning from a songwriter to a prominent recording artist, gaining recognition for his distinct voice and emotive lyrics.
Stylistic neighbors
Jerry Reed· Jerry Lee Lewis· Charlie Rich

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Bad, Bad Day 2:36
  • 2 Take Me as I Am 2:31
  • 3 I Can’t Leave 2:13
  • 4 I Can’t Stop Lovin’ You 3:14
  • 5 Blues in My Heart 2:38
  • 6 Sweet, Sweet Girl 1:50
  • 7 Blue, Blue Day 1:53
  • 8 Heartbreak Avenue 2:43
  • 9 We Could 2:29
  • 10 Oh Lonesome Me 2:26
  • 11 Too Soon to Know 2:32
  • 12 If You Don’t Know It 2:12

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata