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Rollin' with the Flow

Charlie Rich · 1977

30 min · 10 tracks · blues

A smooth blend of country, pop, and soul that captures a laid-back charm with Rich's distinctive baritone at the forefront.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Rollin’ With the Flow — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's easygoing spirit while showcasing Rich's ability to blend genres seamlessly, making it a signature song in his catalog.
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    Somebody Wrote That Song for Me — This track highlights Rich's poignant storytelling, where he reflects on the connection between love and music, revealing his deep appreciation for songwriters.
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    That’s What Love Is — Its soulful melody and heartfelt lyrics exemplify Rich’s blue-eyed soul influence, making it a standout moment that showcases his vocal range and emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • laid-back afternoon vibes
  • short tracks for casual listening
  • smooth melodic transitions
  • easygoing sing-along moments
  • reflective love song themes

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer lengthy immersive albums

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1977, Charlie Rich was transitioning from his peak commercial success in the early '70s into a more reflective phase of his career. 'Rollin' with the Flow' followed his acclaimed album 'The Silver Fox,' showcasing Rich's versatility as he explored deeper emotional themes in his songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Ray Charles· Teddy Pendergrass· Willie Nelson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Rollin’ With the Flow 2:39
  • 2 Somebody Wrote That Song for Me 2:21
  • 3 Windsong 2:32
  • 4 That’s What Love Is 2:56
  • 5 Night Talk 3:25
  • 6 Beautiful Woman 2:53
  • 7 To Sing a Love Song 2:53
  • 8 Love Survived 3:02
  • 9 Somewhere in My Lifetime 4:29
  • 10 That’s the Way a Cowboy Rocks and Rolls 3:33

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