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People Like Us

The Mamas & the Papas · 1971

36 min · 12 tracks · folk rock

A harmonious blend of folk rock and pop, laced with bittersweet reflections and rich vocal interplay.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short, reflective listening sessions
  • bittersweet emotional undertones
  • mellow afternoon vibes
  • harmonious vocal interplay
  • light and breezy atmosphere

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1971, 'People Like Us' was the fifth studio album by The Mamas & the Papas, following their disbandment and a brief hiatus. This album marked their attempt to reconnect with audiences after a series of personal and professional challenges, including the departure of member Denny Doherty from the group dynamic. It illustrated their evolving sound while grappling with changing music trends of the early '70s.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 People Like Us 3:27
  • 2 Pacific Coast Highway 3:05
  • 3 Snowqueen of Texas 2:38
  • 4 Shooting Star 2:54
  • 5 Step Out 3:03
  • 6 Lady Genevieve 3:48
  • 7 No Dough 3:05
  • 8 European Blueboy 3:39
  • 9 Pearl 2:24
  • 10 I Wanna Be a Star 2:17
  • 11 Grasshopper 2:57
  • 12 Blueberries for Breakfast 3:01

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