Tapestry
Carole King · 1971
44 min · 12 tracks · folk rock · soft rock · easy listening
Warm melodies and heartfelt lyrics weave together a rich tapestry of personal reflection and universal themes.
Why this album works
'Tapestry' achieved massive commercial success, remaining at the top of the Billboard 200 for 15 consecutive weeks and winning four Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year. It has been recognized for its influence on the singer-songwriter movement and continues to resonate in popular culture.
- Best for
- warm melodies for quiet moments reflective listening on rainy days heartfelt sing-alongs with friends
- Context
- Released on February 10, 1971, 'Tapestry' marked Carole King's transition from a successful songwriter to a solo artist in her own right. Following her previous work with Gerry Goffin and the Brill Building hit factory, this album became a defining moment in her career, establishing her as a prominent singer-songwriter.
- Stylistic neighbors
- R. Stevie Moore· Nikka Costa· Nancy Sinatra· Elvis Presley· Aretha Franklin· Dolly Parton· Willie Nelson· Cher
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Feel the Earth Move Standout 2:57
- 2 So Far Away 3:55
- 3 It’s Too Late 3:53
- 4 Home Again 2:27
- 5 Beautiful 3:05
- 6 Way Over Yonder 4:42
- 7 You’ve Got a Friend 5:07
- 8 Where You Lead 3:18
- 9 Will You Love Me Tomorrow? 4:10
- 10 Smackwater Jack 3:39
- 11 Tapestry 3:11
- 12 (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman 3:47
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