What makes She Is a Song by Rick Roberts notable?

The album gained attention for its lyrical depth and musicality, establishing Roberts as a notable figure in the burgeoning soft rock and alternative country scenes. Although it did not achieve mainstream commercial success, it has been influential among fans of the genre and continues to be appreciated for its craftsmanship. She Is a Song is Rick Roberts' debut solo album released in 1973 after he left the band Firefall. This album marked the beginning of his exploration into softer, introspective songwriting, setting the stage for his future work in the alternative country genre.

How many songs are on She Is a Song?

She Is a Song has 10 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

She Is a Song

Rick Roberts · 1973

37 min · 10 tracks · alternative country

A reflective blend of folk melodies and country storytelling that captures life's bittersweet moments.

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Top tracks — play these first

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She Is a Song — This title track encapsulates the album's essence with its vivid imagery and emotional resonance, serving as a tribute to love and music.
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Westwind — Opening with gentle instrumentation, this track sets a serene tone while exploring themes of nostalgia and longing, making it a perfect introduction to Roberts' style.
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Glad to Be Goin' — This closing track combines upbeat rhythms with reflective lyrics about moving forward, providing a satisfying conclusion to the album's journey.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and emotional storytelling but lacks standout production or unique sound.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature gentle acoustic guitar melodies paired with reflective lyrics, establishing a calm mood.
Several songs incorporate harmonies that build gradually, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional weight of the narratives.
The album closes with a track that features a more upbeat tempo, creating a contrast to the introspective nature of the preceding songs.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 5/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 Westwind 3:39
2 She Is a Song 3:23
3 Lights 3:34
4 Four Days Gone 4:11
5 Company 3:40
6 Sweet Maria 3:22
7 Tha Captain 5:08
8 She Made Me Lose My Blues 2:18
9 Old Songs 4:10
10 Glad to Be Goin' 3:51

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