Over and Under
Greg Brown · 2000
48 min · 14 tracks · rock music
Intimate storytelling unfolds over acoustic textures, blending folk melodies with hints of rock sensibilities in a reflective landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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River Will Take You Start here — This opening track introduces listeners to Brown's signature style, melding poignant lyrics with soothing melodies that evoke a sense of journey and reflection.
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Shit Out of Luck — With its raw humor and candid lyrics, this song stands out as a testament to Brown's ability to blend wit with poignant observations about life's challenges.
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Dear Wrinkled Face — This track captures the essence of Brown's introspective songwriting, exploring themes of aging and love through a beautifully crafted narrative that resonates deeply.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo storytelling flow
- introspective moments for reflection
- earthy melodies for quiet evenings
- warm background for gatherings
- narrative threads connecting each track
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles over albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — The album is well-regarded by fans for its lyrical depth and musicality.
- Themes
- river journeys· aging reflections· small-town humor
- Career context
- By the time 'Over and Under' was released in 2000, Greg Brown was an established figure in the folk music scene, following his acclaimed album 'The Poet Game' from 1994. This album continued to showcase his distinctive narrative style and rich vocal delivery, solidifying his reputation as a master storyteller in roots music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Prine· Bill Morrissey· Loudon Wainwright III
Tracklist
- 1 River Will Take You Start here 3:31
- 2 Mattie Price 4:43
- 3 Summer Evening 3:41
- 4 Why Do You Even Say That 3:51
- 5 Shit Out of Luck 2:23
- 6 Beyond the Sunset 4:05
- 7 Fairfield 2:51
- 8 Almost Out of Gas 2:33
- 9 Betty Ann 3:41
- 10 857-5413 2:45
- 11 Your Town Now 3:55
- 12 Dear Wrinkled Face 3:03
- 13 InaBell Sell 4:08
- 14 Like a Dog 2:59
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Sweet Revenge
John Prine
Similar intimate storytelling with a blend of humor and poignant reflections on life.
Pink Moon
Nick Drake
Shares a reflective atmosphere with acoustic textures and introspective lyricism.
Our Endless Numbered Days
Iron & Wine
Combines gentle acoustic melodies with personal narratives, echoing themes of time and place.
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