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State of the Heart

Mary Chapin Carpenter · 1989

38 min · 11 tracks · country · folk

A tender blend of folk-inflected country, rich storytelling, and emotionally resonant melodies.

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1989, 'State of the Heart' is Mary Chapin Carpenter's second studio album, following her self-titled debut. At this point in her career, she was beginning to establish herself as a significant voice in country music, balancing commercial appeal with introspective lyrics.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 How Do 2:12
  • 2 Something of a Dreamer 3:01
  • 3 Never Had It So Good 4:07
  • 4 Read My Lips 3:09
  • 5 This Shirt 3:50
  • 6 Quittin’ Time 3:55
  • 7 Down in Mary’s Land 2:30
  • 8 Goodbye Again 4:51
  • 9 Too Tired 2:32
  • 10 Slow Country Dance 4:05
  • 11 It Don’t Bring You 4:44

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