Released 59 years ago today
Soul My Way
Jerry Lee Lewis · 1967
26 min · 11 tracks · blues
A spirited blend of rockabilly rhythms and soulful melodies that showcases Jerry Lee Lewis's dynamic vocal range.
Top tracks — play these first
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Turn on Your Love Light Start here — This track exemplifies Lewis's ability to merge gospel fervor with rock and roll energy, creating an uplifting anthem that resonates with listeners.
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It's a Hang Up Baby — With its catchy hooks and playful lyrics, this song showcases Lewis's trademark flamboyance and charisma, making it a standout in his catalog.
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Just Dropped In — This cover adds a distinctive flavor to the album, highlighting Lewis's interpretative style and willingness to experiment with contemporary sounds.
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Wedding Bells — Lewis transforms this traditional ballad into a passionate performance, demonstrating his unique ability to infuse emotional depth into classic songs.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short, energetic listening bursts
- playful and lively atmosphere
- catchy hooks and melodies
- quick tempo for motivation
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Marked significant commercial success, aiding in Lewis's resurgence in the late '60s.
- Themes
- gospel fervor· rockabilly revival· personal redemption
- Career context
- Released in late 1967, 'Soul My Way' is Jerry Lee Lewis's follow-up to his 1966 album 'The Country Sound of Jerry Lee Lewis'. At this point in his career, he was navigating the changing musical landscape of the late '60s while trying to regain mainstream popularity after a series of personal and professional setbacks.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Little Richard· Chuck Berry· Fats Domino
Tracklist
- 1 Turn on Your Love Light Start here 2:34
- 2 It's a Hang Up Baby 2:16
- 3 Dream Baby (How Long Must I Dream) 2:30
- 4 Just Dropped In 2:25
- 5 Wedding Bells 2:28
- 6 He Took It Like a Man 1:50
- 7 Hey! Baby 2:12
- 8 Treat Her Right 2:01
- 9 Holdin' On 2:59
- 10 Shotgun Man 2:45
- 11 I Bet You're Gonna Like It 2:38
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music
Ray Charles
Merges gospel fervor with country influences, showcasing emotional vocal delivery and genre-blending.
At Folsom Prison
Johnny Cash
Shares themes of redemption and personal struggle, backed by a raw, energetic musicality.
Night Beat
Sam Cooke
Combines soulful melodies with heartfelt lyrics, reflecting the same emotional depth and vocal dynamism.
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