Rough Town cover

Rough Town

Johnny Hallyday · 1994

59 min · 12 tracks · psychedelic rock · R&B · rock & roll

A fusion of bluesy rock and heartfelt ballads, showcasing Hallyday's signature emotive vocal style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • emotive storytelling through vocals
  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • heartfelt ballads for late nights
  • consistent flow with gradual decline

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party tracks
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Rough Town' was released in 1994, Johnny Hallyday had firmly established himself as a leading figure in French rock music since his debut in the late 1950s. This album marked a return to his roots in rock and blues after experimenting with different styles throughout the 1980s and early 1990s, particularly following the success of his earlier albums like 'Gang' (1986).
Stylistic neighbors
Eddy Mitchell· Daniel Balavoine· Renaud

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fool for the Blues 4:33
  • 2 I Wanna Make Love to You 4:31
  • 3 Love Affair 5:12
  • 4 Hurricane 5:14
  • 5 Can’t Stop Wanting You 4:31
  • 6 Are the Chances Gone 5:10
  • 7 Rough Town 4:26
  • 8 Lightnin’ 5:06
  • 9 Dry Spell 7:56
  • 10 You’re Mine 4:53
  • 11 Before You Change Your Mind 4:07
  • 12 It’s a Long Way Home 4:05

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