Short Cut Draw Blood
Jim Capaldi · 1975
44 min · 9 tracks · rock and roll
A blend of introspective rock melodies and soulful lyricism, capturing the essence of 1970s British music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Goodbye Love — This opening track sets the tone with its poignant lyrics about love and loss, showcasing Capaldi's emotive vocal style.
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Short Cut Draw Blood — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of struggle and resilience, featuring an engaging melody that lingers long after it finishes.
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Love Hurts — This cover of the classic ballad demonstrates Capaldi's ability to convey vulnerability through powerful vocal delivery and emotional arrangement.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective melodies for reflection
- soothing sounds for quiet evenings
- lyrical depth with emotional resonance
- mellow pacing for thoughtful listening
Maybe skip if you
- seek high-energy tracks
- want instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in December 1975, Short Cut Draw Blood was Jim Capaldi's second solo album after leaving Traffic. At this point, Capaldi had established himself as a versatile songwriter and musician, building on the critical acclaim from his debut album, Oh How We Danced.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Traffic· Joe Cocker· Leon Russell
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Goodbye Love 4:43
- 2 It’s All Up to You 4:12
- 3 Love Hurts 3:33
- 4 Johnny Too Bad 4:16
- 5 Short Cut Draw Blood 4:25
- 6 Living on a Marble 5:21
- 7 Boy With a Problem 5:47
- 8 Keep On Trying 7:31
- 9 Seagull 4:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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