Once Upon a Rhyme
David Allan Coe · 1975
33 min · 10 tracks · country music
A blend of heartfelt storytelling and traditional country melodies that capture the essence of Americana.
Top tracks — play these first
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You Never Even Called Me by My Name — This track showcases Coe's signature blend of wit and vulnerability, making it a definitive anthem in country music that humorously critiques the genre's tropes.
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Would You Lay With Me (in a Field of Stone) — This song highlights Coe's ability to craft profound emotional narratives, capturing romantic longing through evocative imagery and gentle melodies.
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Jody Like a Melody — The track demonstrates Coe's knack for merging catchy hooks with rich storytelling, illustrating the complexities of love and loss in a relatable manner.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic storytelling throughout
- heartfelt narratives for reflection
- intimate moments of sincerity
- for cozy evenings
Maybe skip if you
- seek fast-paced instant gratification
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1975, Once Upon a Rhyme was David Allan Coe's third studio album. At this point in his career, Coe was transitioning from his earlier work into a more mainstream country sound, building on the success of his previous albums and establishing himself as a prominent figure in the outlaw country movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Waylon Jennings· Johnny Paycheck· Merle Haggard
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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You Never Even Called Me by My Name
The narrative shifts from heartache to humor as it directly addresses the clichés found in country songs.
This structural twist not only adds levity but also engages listeners by questioning the conventions of songwriting within the genre.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Would You Lay With Me (in a Field of Stone) 2:42
- 2 Jody Like a Melody 3:03
- 3 Loneliness in Ruby’s Eyes 3:06
- 4 Would You Be My Lady 2:49
- 5 Sweet Vibrations (Some Folks Call It Love) 3:05
- 6 Another Pretty Country Song 3:22
- 7 Piece of Wood and Steel 4:06
- 8 Fraulein 2:45
- 9 Shine It On 3:03
- 10 You Never Even Called Me by My Name 5:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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