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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow for reflective moments
- rich storytelling for emotional connection
- for cozy evenings
- inviting melodies for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone singles
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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nanci Griffith· Lucinda Williams· Patty Griffin
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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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