Ropin' the Wind
Garth Brooks · 1991
51 min · 14 tracks · country rock · country pop
A vibrant blend of heartland storytelling and catchy melodies that shaped the sound of '90s country music.
Why this album works
'Ropin' the Wind' became the first country album to debut at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, signaling a significant crossover appeal for Brooks. The album received critical acclaim and has been certified multi-platinum, cementing its impact on both country music and pop culture during the early '90s.
- Best for
- vibrant sing-along moments wave-like emotional shifts heartfelt storytelling journey
- Context
- Released on September 2, 1991, 'Ropin' the Wind' was Garth Brooks' third studio album, following his self-titled debut and the successful 'No Fences'. At this point in his career, Brooks was solidifying his position as a leading figure in country music, transitioning from regional stardom to nationwide acclaim with this album.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Carrie Underwood· Billy Ray Cyrus· Shania Twain
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Against the Grain 2:24
- 2 Rodeo Standout 3:55
- 3 What She’s Doing Now Standout 3:28
- 4 Burning Bridges 3:37
- 5 Papa Loved Mama 2:52
- 6 Shameless Standout 4:20
- 7 Cold Shoulder 3:57
- 8 We Bury the Hatchet 3:07
- 9 In Lonesome Dove 4:48
- 10 The River 4:27
- 11 Alabama Clay 3:39
- 12 Everytime That It Rains 4:13
- 13 Nobody Gets Off in This Town 2:20
- 14 Cowboy Bill 4:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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