Street Survivors cover

Street Survivors

Lynyrd Skynyrd · 1977

35 min · 8 tracks · hard rock · blues rock · Southern rock

A potent blend of Southern rock grit and bluesy melodies that echoes the band's raw energy and storytelling prowess.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • sing-along friendly choruses
  • narrative-driven storytelling
  • evening road trip vibe

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 17, 1977, 'Street Survivors' was Lynyrd Skynyrd's fifth studio album and their last before a tragic plane crash that claimed several band members. The album followed their commercial peak with 'Pronounced Leh-nerd Skin-nerd' and showcased a matured sound reflecting both personal experiences and the band's resilience in the face of adversity.
Stylistic neighbors
The Allman Brothers Band· ZZ Top· Ted Nugent

Tracklist

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

  • 1 What's Your Name 3:33
  • 2 That Smell 5:47
  • 3 One More Time 5:03
  • 4 I Know a Little 3:30
  • 5 You Got That Right 3:47
  • 6 I Never Dreamed 5:22
  • 7 Honky Tonk Night Time Man 4:04
  • 8 Ain't No Good Life 4:39

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