Once Upon a Rhyme cover

Once Upon a Rhyme

David Allan Coe · 1975

33 min · 10 tracks · country

A heartfelt blend of storytelling and sincerity, weaving traditional country sounds with personal narratives.

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 want

  • seek fast-paced instant gratification
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Once Upon a Rhyme' was released in 1975, David Allan Coe had already established himself as a notable figure in country music with his debut album 'Penitentiary Blues' in 1970. This album marked his artistic evolution, showcasing a more polished sound and deeper lyrical exploration following his early years of performing in bars and prisons.

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