Perishable Fruit
Patty Larkin · 1997
50 min · 11 tracks · folk rock
Intimate melodies intertwine with vivid storytelling, creating a tapestry of emotions that resonate deeply within the folk rock genre.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Book I'm Not Reading — This track captures Larkin's introspective lyricism, reflecting on the tension between expectation and reality through clever wordplay and melodic hooks.
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Angels Wings — With its ethereal arrangement and haunting vocals, this song exemplifies Larkin’s ability to blend poetic imagery with emotional depth, highlighting her unique voice.
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Heart — The closing track serves as a poignant reflection on vulnerability and connection, showcasing Larkin’s skillful guitar work alongside heartfelt lyrics that linger long after it's over.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate storytelling through melodies
- reflective moments of quiet beauty
- subtle emotional depth and nuance
- thoughtful listening during solitude
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- seek heavy production elements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, Perishable Fruit was Patty Larkin's fifth studio album and marked a continued evolution in her songwriting style after her breakthrough with the previous album, 1994's Step Into the Light. By this point, Larkin had established herself as a prominent voice in the folk-rock scene, blending intricate guitar work with personal narratives.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lucy Kaplansky· Dar Williams· Mary Chapin Carpenter
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Wolf at the Door
The song shifts from a metaphorical confrontation to an urgent plea for understanding as the narrator grapples with internal struggles.
This transition heightens the emotional stakes of the narrative, drawing listeners into a moment of raw honesty that contrasts earlier reflections.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Road 4:36
- 2 The Book I'm Not Reading 4:21
- 3 Coming Up for Air 4:53
- 4 Angels Wings 4:07
- 5 You and Me 4:14
- 6 Pablo Neruda 4:33
- 7 Wolf at the Door 4:46
- 8 Brazil 3:04
- 9 Rear View Mirror 7:20
- 10 Heart 4:49
- 11 Red Accordion 3:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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