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Tell 'Em I'm Gone

Cat Stevens · 2014

36 min · 10 tracks · traditional folk music · Islamic music

A soulful blend of folk, rock, and blues showcasing reflective storytelling and rich instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • soulful storytelling with warmth
  • for afternoon relaxation
  • engaging narratives that invite thought

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced instant gratification
  • seek standalone singles over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2014, 'Tell 'Em I'm Gone' marked Cat Stevens' return to music after a lengthy hiatus since his last album, 'Back to Earth' in 1978. This album reestablished him as a significant voice, blending his classic sound with modern influences while exploring themes of life and spirituality.
Stylistic neighbors
James Taylor· Nick Drake· Simon & Garfunkel

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Was Raised in Babylon 3:53
  • 2 Big Boss Man 3:10
  • 3 Dying to Live 3:47
  • 4 You Are My Sunshine 3:13
  • 5 Editing Floor Blues 3:42
  • 6 Cat & The Dog Trap 3:22
  • 7 Gold Digger 4:34
  • 8 The Devil Came From Kansas 3:42
  • 9 Tell ’em I’m Gone 3:12
  • 10 Doors 3:22

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