Tell the Truth
Otis Redding · 1970
31 min · 12 tracks · soul · gospel
Soulful grooves intertwine with Redding's heartfelt vocals, creating a vibrant tapestry of emotion and rhythm.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels short, engaging listening sessions heartfelt emotional expressions
- Context
- Released on July 1, 1970, 'Tell the Truth' was Otis Redding's final studio album before his untimely death later that year. This album followed his successful live release 'In Person at the Whisky a Go Go' and showcased his continued evolution as a leading voice in soul music.
- If you like
- soul, gospel
Tell the Truth is an album by Otis Redding, released in 1970. Soulful grooves intertwine with Redding's heartfelt vocals, creating a vibrant tapestry of emotion and rhythm. 'Tell the Truth' is significant for featuring Redding's last recordings, which highlighted his ability to blend gospel influences with contemporary soul. Despite its limited commercial impact upon release, the album has since been recognized for its artistic merit and has influenced numerous artists within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tell the Truth sound like?
Soulful grooves intertwine with Redding's heartfelt vocals, creating a vibrant tapestry of emotion and rhythm. Rooted in soul and gospel.
What makes Tell the Truth by Otis Redding notable?
'Tell the Truth' is significant for featuring Redding's last recordings, which highlighted his ability to blend gospel influences with contemporary soul. Despite its limited commercial impact upon release, the album has since been recognized for its artistic merit and has influenced numerous artists within the genre. Released on July 1, 1970, 'Tell the Truth' was Otis Redding's final studio album before his untimely death later that year. This album followed his successful live release 'In Person at the Whisky a Go Go' and showcased his continued evolution as a leading voice in soul music.
Who is Tell the Truth for?
Tell the Truth works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, short, engaging listening sessions and heartfelt emotional expressions.
How many songs are on Tell the Truth?
Tell the Truth has 12 tracks, running approximately 31 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Demonstration 2:15
- 2 Tell the Truth Standout 3:04
- 3 Out of Sight Standout 2:10
- 4 Give Away None of My Love 2:45
- 5 Wholesale Love 2:25
- 6 I Got the Will Standout 2:47
- 7 Johnny's Heartbreak 2:26
- 8 Snatch a Little Piece 2:09
- 9 Slippin' and Slidin' 2:54
- 10 The Match Game 2:52
- 11 A Little Time 2:22
- 12 Swingin' on a String 2:51
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