Tapestry cover

Tapestry

Don McLean · 1970

45 min · 12 tracks · folk rock

A tapestry of melodic folk storytelling woven with intricate lyrics and heartfelt emotion.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic storytelling journey
  • heartfelt reflections on life
  • intimate moments for quiet listening
  • gentle pacing for relaxed afternoons
  • evocative narratives that linger

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced music
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 1, 1970, 'Tapestry' was Don McLean's second studio album, following his debut 'Tapestry' (1970). At this point in his career, McLean was beginning to gain recognition for his poignant songwriting style and was building momentum that would lead to his later breakthrough hit, 'American Pie.'
Stylistic neighbors
James Taylor· Simon & Garfunkel· Cat Stevens

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Castles in the Air 2:55
  • 2 General Store 2:59
  • 3 Magdalene Lane 4:34
  • 4 Tapestry 3:43
  • 5 Respectable 2:29
  • 6 Orphans of Wealth 4:36
  • 7 Three Flights Up 5:48
  • 8 And I Love You So 4:16
  • 9 Bad Girl 3:39
  • 10 Circus Song 4:50
  • 11 No Reason for Your Dreams 2:10
  • 12 If We Try 3:34

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