Pink Moon cover

Pink Moon

Nick Drake · 1972

28 min · 11 tracks · folk · traditional folk music · baroque pop

A haunting blend of delicate guitar melodies and introspective lyrics that evoke deep emotional resonance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short reflective listening experience
  • haunting melodies for introspection
  • gentle soundscape for solitude
  • emotional depth in brevity

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • prefer longer, expansive albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 25, 1972, 'Pink Moon' was Nick Drake's third and final studio album, following his earlier works 'Five Leaves Left' and 'Bryter Layter'. At this point in his career, Drake faced significant struggles with mental health and had not yet achieved commercial success, making this album a poignant reflection of his inner turmoil.
Stylistic neighbors
Phil Ochs· Joan Baez· Iwan Fals

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Pink Moon 2:06
  • 2 Place to Be 2:43
  • 3 Road 2:02
  • 4 Which Will 2:58
  • 5 Horn 1:23
  • 6 Things Behind the Sun 3:57
  • 7 Know 2:25
  • 8 Parasite 3:36
  • 9 Free Ride 3:06
  • 10 Harvest Breed 1:37
  • 11 From the Morning 2:32

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