Rarities
Ron Sexsmith · 2003
50 min · 16 tracks · folk
A tender collection of heartfelt melodies and introspective lyrics that capture the essence of folk-pop storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- heartfelt storytelling with warmth
- thoughtful background for introspection
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- gentle melodies for quiet evenings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer longer immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Rarities' was released in 2003, Ron Sexsmith had established himself as a respected songwriter with several albums under his belt, including 'Blue Boy' (2001). This album serves as a compilation of previously unreleased tracks and B-sides, showcasing his consistent songwriting prowess during a period where he was gaining critical acclaim yet still seeking broader commercial success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Drake· Sufjan Stevens· James Taylor
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 On a Whim 2:27
- 2 Almost Always 4:06
- 3 Good Old Desk 2:09
- 4 You Were There 3:06
- 5 Same Old Eyes 3:32
- 6 Tears Behind the Shades 2:38
- 7 Blade of Grass 2:50
- 8 Too Late 2:27
- 9 Words We Never Use 3:28
- 10 I Don’t Like Mondays 4:20
- 11 Before We Ever Met 3:45
- 12 A Kiss for Luck 4:09
- 13 All the Cherished Things 2:03
- 14 You Cross My Mind 3:09
- 15 Gold in Them Hills 3:31
- 16 Someway, Somehow 3:03
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