Only the Greatest cover

Only the Greatest

Waylon Jennings · 1968

28 min · 12 tracks · rockabilly · country rock · outlaw country

A blend of heartfelt storytelling and catchy melodies that define the outlaw country sound.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of emotional storytelling
  • lighthearted sing-alongs with friends
  • nostalgic reflections on lost love
  • short tracks for commutes

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of lengthy epics
  • prefer slow, contemplative builds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1968, 'Only the Greatest' was Waylon Jennings' second studio album. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from a traditional country sound to one that embraced the more rebellious spirit of outlaw country, setting the stage for future successes.
Stylistic neighbors
Willie Nelson· Johnny Cash· Merle Haggard

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Only Daddy That’ll Walk the Line 2:21
  • 2 California Sunshine 2:13
  • 3 Weakness in a Man 2:51
  • 4 Sorrow (Breaks a Good Man Down) 2:08
  • 5 Christina 2:14
  • 6 Such a Waste of Love 2:34
  • 7 Walk On Out of My Mind 2:21
  • 8 Kentucky Woman 2:21
  • 9 Long Gone 2:31
  • 10 You’ll Think of Me 2:12
  • 11 Wave Goodbye to Me 2:04
  • 12 Too Far Gone 2:54

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