So Damn Happy
60 min · 17 tracks · blues · folk · traditional folk music
A playful blend of folk and rock, infused with Wainwright's signature wit and introspection.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful wit throughout the album
- steady progression with peaks
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- reflective moments interspersed
- for casual listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking immediate high-energy tracks
- prefer longer, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2003, 'So Damn Happy' marked Loudon Wainwright III's return to the studio after a three-year hiatus following 'Last Man on Earth.' At this point in his career, Wainwright had established himself as a respected figure in folk music, celebrated for his storytelling and emotional depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Prine· Steve Goodman· Ramblin' Jack Elliott
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Much Better Bets 3:05
- 2 So Damn Happy 2:54
- 3 Between 1:23
- 4 The Picture 2:48
- 5 Cobwebs 3:09
- 6 Heaven 2:52
- 7 Something for Nothing 4:10
- 8 Dreaming 4:05
- 9 Westchester County 4:20
- 10 Tonya's Twirls 4:47
- 11 A Year 3:37
- 12 You Never Phone 3:06
- 13 4 x 10 2:26
- 14 The Shit Song 4:18
- 15 Primrose Hill 4:17
- 16 The Home Stretch 5:09
- 17 Men 3:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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