Tea for the Tillerman cover

Tea for the Tillerman

Cat Stevens · 1970

36 min · 11 tracks · traditional folk music · Islamic music

Soulful acoustic melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a reflective soundscape that resonates across generations.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady reflective listening experience
  • introspective late-night vibes
  • short immersive storytelling journeys
  • gradual emotional builds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 23, 1970, 'Tea for the Tillerman' was Cat Stevens' fourth studio album and marked a significant artistic peak in his career. Following the commercial success of 'Mona Bone Jakon,' this album solidified his presence in the folk-rock scene and showcased his growth as a songwriter and musician.
Stylistic neighbors
James Taylor· Nick Drake· Simon & Garfunkel

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Where Do the Children Play? 3:49
  • 2 Hard Headed Woman 3:46
  • 3 Wild World 3:20
  • 4 Sad Lisa 3:43
  • 5 Miles From Nowhere 3:32
  • 6 But I Might Die Tonight 1:54
  • 7 Longer Boats 3:06
  • 8 Into White 3:29
  • 9 On the Road to Find Out 5:06
  • 10 Father and Son 3:40
  • 11 Tea for the Tillerman 1:03

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