Summertime Dream cover

Released 50 years ago

Summertime Dream

Gordon Lightfoot · 1976

37 min · 10 tracks · country · folk rock

A blend of reflective storytelling and melodic folk arrangements that capture the essence of summer's nostalgia.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective storytelling for summer days
  • steady pacing for easy listening
  • nostalgic melodies for quiet moments
  • short tracks for casual enjoyment

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1976, 'Summertime Dream' was Gordon Lightfoot's follow-up to his successful album 'Cold on the Shoulder'. At this point in his career, Lightfoot had already established himself as a key figure in folk and rock music, blending introspective lyrics with rich melodies. This album marked a continued evolution of his sound and lyrical depth, further solidifying his reputation.
Stylistic neighbors
James Taylor· John Denver· Jim Croce

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Race Among the Ruins 3:21
  • 2 The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald 6:32
  • 3 I'm Not Supposed to Care 3:31
  • 4 I'd Do It Again 3:13
  • 5 Never Too Close 3:04
  • 6 Protocol 4:02
  • 7 The House You Live In 2:55
  • 8 Summertime Dream 2:29
  • 9 Spanish Moss 3:51
  • 10 Too Many Clues in This Room 4:48

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