Ridin' Shotgun
Jessi Colter · 1981
34 min · 11 tracks · country · folk
A vibrant fusion of country and folk, layered with heartfelt storytelling and a touch of Southern charm.
Why this album works
'Ridin' Shotgun' is significant for its reflection of the evolving country music landscape in the early 1980s, showcasing Colter's unique blend of traditional and contemporary sounds. The album did not chart as high as her earlier work but remains a testament to her artistry and influence as a female artist in a male-dominated industry.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs heartfelt storytelling moments for road trips
- Context
- Released on December 1, 1981, 'Ridin' Shotgun' marked Jessi Colter's return to the studio after her previous album, 'I'm Jessi Colter,' which was released in 1978. This album came during a transitional phase in her career as she sought to redefine her sound following the commercial success of her hit single 'I'm Not Lisa.'
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· R. Stevie Moore· Cher· Aretha Franklin· Kenny Rogers· Dean Martin· Lionel Richie· Donna Summer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ridin’ Shotgun (Honkin’) Standout 4:21
- 2 Holdin’ On 2:22
- 3 Nobody Else Like You 3:17
- 4 Somewhere Along the Way 2:57
- 5 Wings of My Victory Standout 4:11
- 6 Shine 2:44
- 7 Ain’t Makin’ No Headlines (Here without You) Standout 3:05
- 8 Jennifer (Fly My Little Baby) 2:37
- 9 Hard Times and Sno‐Cone 2:28
- 10 A Fallen Star 3:11
- 11 Ridin’ Shotgun (Tonkin’) 3:12
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