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Our Endless Numbered Days

Iron & Wine · 2004

44 min · 12 tracks · country · folk

Intimate folk melodies intertwine with poetic lyrics, creating a hauntingly serene atmosphere of longing and reflection.

Why this album works

The album received critical acclaim, featuring prominently in Best Album lists for 2004 by outlets like NPR and Pitchfork. Its hit single, 'Naked as We Came,' became emblematic of the early 2000s folk revival, influencing a generation of singer-songwriters and earning a warm reception from audiences and critics alike.
Best for
intimate moments of quiet reflection steady pacing for deep listening poignant storytelling through melody
Context
Our Endless Numbered Days is Iron & Wine's second studio album, following their debut The Creek Drank the Cradle. Released in 2004, this album marked a significant moment in Sam Beam's career, as he began to gain wider recognition beyond the indie folk scene. The album's lush arrangements and mature songwriting showcased Beam's artistic growth and solidified his place in contemporary folk music.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 On Your Wings 3:53
  • 2 Naked as We Came Standout 2:32
  • 3 Cinder and Smoke Standout 5:44
  • 4 Sunset Soon Forgotten 3:20
  • 5 Teeth in the Grass 2:21
  • 6 Love and Some Verses 3:40
  • 7 Radio War 1:56
  • 8 Each Coming Night 3:27
  • 9 Free Until They Cut Me Down 4:34
  • 10 Fever Dream 4:16
  • 11 Sodom, South Georgia Standout 4:59
  • 12 Passing Afternoon 4:00

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