Tarpaper Sky
Rodney Crowell · 2014
42 min · 11 tracks · country
A reflective journey through heartache and nostalgia, layered with Crowell's signature storytelling and melodic craftsmanship.
Why this album works
Released in 2014, 'Tarpaper Sky' was critically acclaimed, earning a spot on several year-end lists and reaffirming Crowell's status as a significant figure in country music. The album's introspective themes and sophisticated songwriting have influenced a new generation of artists within the Americana and country genres.
- Best for
- reflective storytelling with nostalgia steady pacing for thoughtful listening heartfelt melodies for quiet moments
- Context
- By the time of 'Tarpaper Sky,' Rodney Crowell was in a late-career resurgence following his Grammy-winning album 'Kin' in 2013. This album represents Crowell's continuing evolution as a songwriter, showcasing his ability to blend personal narratives with universal themes, solidifying his place in contemporary country music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Willie Nelson· Hank Williams Jr.· Lee Ann Womack
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Long Journey Home 4:23
- 2 Fever on the Bayou Standout 3:56
- 3 Frankie Please 2:43
- 4 God I'm Missing You Standout 3:54
- 5 Famous Last Words of a Fool in Love 3:49
- 6 Somebody's Shadow 3:29
- 7 Grandma Loved That Old Man 3:43
- 8 Jesus Talk to Mama Standout 3:40
- 9 I Wouldn't Be Me Without You 3:28
- 10 The Flyboy & The Kid 3:55
- 11 Oh What a Beautiful World 5:07
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