Sweet America cover

Released 50 years ago

Sweet America

Buffy Sainte-Marie · 1976

35 min · 13 tracks · country · electronic · folk

A melodic tapestry weaving folk, rock, and country influences with poignant social commentary.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • poignant social commentary themes
  • melodic storytelling with warmth
  • thoughtful afternoon listening sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced energy
  • seek standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1976, 'Sweet America' was Buffy Sainte-Marie's follow-up to her acclaimed album 'Moonshot.' By this time, she had solidified her role as a prominent voice for Indigenous rights and social justice, blending her activism with her music. This album reflects her continued evolution as an artist committed to addressing cultural issues.
Stylistic neighbors
Joni Mitchell· Kate Bush· Joan Baez

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sweet America 3:04
  • 2 Wynken, Blynken & Nod 3:08
  • 3 Where Poets Go 2:52
  • 4 Free the Lady 3:22
  • 5 America My Home 2:32
  • 6 Look at the Facts 2:12
  • 7 I Don’t Need No City Life 3:10
  • 8 Sweet January 2:49
  • 9 Qu’Appelle Valley, Saskatchewan 3:19
  • 10 Honey Can You Hang Around 3:15
  • 11 I Been Down 2:03
  • 12 Starwalker 2:32
  • 13 Ain’t No Time for the Worryin’ Blues 1:00

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