Portrait of an American Girl
Judy Collins · 2005
53 min · 13 tracks · folk
A tapestry of folk-infused storytelling infused with Judy Collins' hauntingly beautiful vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- haunting vocals for reflective moments
- storytelling that evokes nostalgia
- for cozy evenings
- gentle waves of melodic beauty
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking quick, energetic songs
- prefer standalone tracks over albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Reflects Collins' continued relevance and ability to reinterpret classic songs.
- Themes
- American girlhood· folk music legacy· personal growth journey
- Career context
- By the time 'Portrait of an American Girl' was released in 2005, Judy Collins had established herself as a prominent figure in folk music since her debut in the early 1960s. This album came after a series of critically acclaimed works and showcases her enduring vocal prowess and artistry, adding to her extensive catalog.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joan Baez· Linda Ronstadt· Carole King
- If this clicks, go next to
- Judy Collins Sings Lennon and McCartney — Continues the folk-infused storytelling with fresh interpretations of classic songs.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Diamonds & Rust by Joan Baez — Shares a similar folk storytelling style and emotional depth in lyrical content.Pink Moon by Nick Drake — Both feature haunting vocals and introspective lyrics, creating an intimate listening experience.Come On Come On by Mary Chapin Carpenter — Explores themes of love and loss with rich melodies, akin to Collins' narrative style.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Singing Lessons".
- 1 Singing Lessons Start here 4:05
- 2 That Song About the Midway 4:09
- 3 I Can't Cry Hard Enough 3:18
- 4 You Can't Buy Love 3:13
- 5 Pacing the Cage 4:02
- 6 Sally Go 'round the Roses 3:27
- 7 Voyager 3:01
- 8 Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me) 4:03
- 9 Wedding Song (Song for Louis) 3:51
- 10 Checkmate 6:07
- 11 Liberte 3:08
- 12 Lincoln Portrait 7:13
- 13 How Can I Keep From Singing 3:53
What to play next
This album is considered a Late Career Highlight in Judy Collins's catalog. Reflects Collins' continued relevance and ability to reinterpret classic songs.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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