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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Waylon Jennings· Johnny Paycheck· Merle Haggard
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
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