Southern Roots: Back Home to Memphis
Jerry Lee Lewis · 1974
34 min · 10 tracks · blues · country · gospel
A soulful blend of blues and rockabilly, infused with heartfelt gospel undertones and Jerry Lee's signature fervor.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove throughout
- soulful moments that invite reflection
- for casual gatherings
- nostalgic vibes with heartfelt delivery
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles over albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1974, 'Southern Roots: Back Home to Memphis' was Jerry Lee Lewis's first album after a tumultuous period marked by personal struggles and industry setbacks. This album represented a return to his Southern roots, showcasing his deep connection to the music of his youth after a decade of fluctuating commercial success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Little Richard· Chuck Berry· Fats Domino
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Meat Man 2:47
- 2 When a Man Loves a Woman 4:20
- 3 Hold on I'm Coming 4:24
- 4 Just a Little Bit 3:09
- 5 Born to Be a Loser 3:00
- 6 The Haunted House 2:50
- 7 Blueberry Hill 2:53
- 8 The Revolutionary Man 2:55
- 9 Big Blue Diamond 4:23
- 10 That Old Bourbon Street Church 3:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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