Taking the Long Way
The Chicks · 2006
71 min · 15 tracks · country
A poignant blend of country and rock, interwoven with themes of resilience and personal reflection.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and won five Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year. Its lead single, 'Not Ready to Make Nice,' addressed the fallout from the band's political statements, resonating widely and solidifying their impact on both country music and broader cultural discussions about free speech.
- Best for
- steady pacing with reflective peaks poignant themes of personal resilience for introspective road trips
- Context
- Following their controversial comments about President George W. Bush in 2003, The Chicks faced significant backlash, making 'Taking the Long Way' a profound response and artistic reinvention. Released in 2006, this album marked their first studio project after a three-year hiatus, as they sought to reclaim their narrative and explore deeper emotional territory.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Hank Williams Jr.· Lee Ann Womack· Waylon Jennings
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Long Way Around Standout 4:34
- 2 Easy Silence Standout 4:02
- 3 Not Ready to Make Nice Standout 3:57
- 4 Everybody Knows 4:18
- 5 Bitter End 4:38
- 6 Lullaby 5:51
- 7 Lubbock or Leave It 3:54
- 8 Silent House 5:24
- 9 Favorite Year 4:29
- 10 Voice Inside My Head 5:52
- 11 I Like It 4:33
- 12 Baby Hold On 5:03
- 13 So Hard 4:28
- 14 I Hope 5:24
- 15 Thin Line 4:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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