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Ride Me Back Home

Willie Nelson · 2019

43 min · 11 tracks · blues · alternative country · Americana

A reflective blend of heartfelt storytelling and gentle melodies, embodying the essence of Americana.

Why this album works

Best for
steady reflective listening experience heartfelt storytelling and melodies for quiet evenings
Context
By the time 'Ride Me Back Home' was released in 2019, Willie Nelson was a venerable figure in country music, nearing his 86th birthday. This album followed his 2017 project 'God's Problem Child' and continued to showcase his enduring artistry, addressing themes of mortality and nostalgia amidst his extensive catalog.
If you like
blues, alternative country, Americana

Ride Me Back Home is an album by Willie Nelson, released in 2019. A reflective blend of heartfelt storytelling and gentle melodies, embodying the essence of Americana. 'Ride Me Back Home' received critical acclaim, with many reviewers highlighting its poignant songwriting and emotional depth. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart, marking yet another successful entry in Nelson's long-standing career. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ride Me Back Home sound like?

A reflective blend of heartfelt storytelling and gentle melodies, embodying the essence of Americana. Rooted in blues and alternative country.

What makes Ride Me Back Home by Willie Nelson notable?

'Ride Me Back Home' received critical acclaim, with many reviewers highlighting its poignant songwriting and emotional depth. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart, marking yet another successful entry in Nelson's long-standing career. By the time 'Ride Me Back Home' was released in 2019, Willie Nelson was a venerable figure in country music, nearing his 86th birthday. This album followed his 2017 project 'God's Problem Child' and continued to showcase his enduring artistry, addressing themes of mortality and nostalgia amidst his extensive catalog.

Who is Ride Me Back Home for?

Ride Me Back Home works well if you're into steady reflective listening experience, heartfelt storytelling and melodies and for quiet evenings.

How many songs are on Ride Me Back Home?

Ride Me Back Home has 11 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·43:22

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

  • 1 Ride Me Back Home Standout 3:36
  • 2 Come On Time 2:55
  • 3 My Favorite Picture of You Standout 3:55
  • 4 Seven Year Itch 3:23
  • 5 Immigrant Eyes 4:34
  • 6 Stay Away From Lonely Places 3:59
  • 7 Just the Way You Are 4:35
  • 8 One More Song to Write 3:56
  • 9 Nobody’s Listening Standout 4:51
  • 10 It’s Hard to Be Humble 3:47
  • 11 Maybe I Should’ve Been Listening 3:51

Release Date

January 1, 2019

Genre

Americana, alternative country, blues

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

43 min 22 sec