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Rides Again

David Allan Coe · 1977

31 min · 11 tracks · country

A blend of honky-tonk rhythms and storytelling lyrics that capture the essence of 1970s country music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo sing-alongs
  • nostalgic storytelling reflections
  • lighthearted party atmosphere
  • short bursts of fun
  • easygoing background for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of experimental sounds
  • prefer lengthy, complex narratives

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1977, 'Rides Again' was David Allan Coe's follow-up to his breakthrough album 'Penitentiary Blues.' At this point in his career, Coe was solidifying his reputation as an influential voice in outlaw country, drawing from personal experiences and a rebellious spirit that resonated with fans seeking authenticity in music.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Willie, Waylon and Me 3:20
  • 2 The House We’ve Been Calling a Home 2:52
  • 3 Young Dallas Cowboy 2:26
  • 4 A Sense of Humor 1:40
  • 5 The Punkin Center Barn Dance 2:28
  • 6 Willie, Waylon and Me (reprise) 1:10
  • 7 Lately I’ve Been Thinking Too Much Lately 3:17
  • 8 Laid Back and Wasted 2:38
  • 9 Under Rachel’s Wings 3:10
  • 10 Greener Than the Grass We Laid On 3:36
  • 11 If That Ain’t Country 4:48

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