Ten Years of Gold
Kenny Rogers · 1978
34 min · 10 tracks · soft rock · adult contemporary music · country pop
A reflective blend of country and pop with lush melodies and heartfelt storytelling that captures a decade of personal and musical growth.
Why this album works
The album features several chart-topping singles, including 'Lucille' which became one of Rogers' signature songs, reaching No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100. The compilation not only highlights his commercial success but also helped forge a lasting legacy in the adult contemporary genre, influencing future artists in country and pop.
- Career context
- Released in 1978, 'Ten Years of Gold' marked Kenny Rogers' rise to prominence after his transition from the New Christy Minstrels to a successful solo career. This compilation showcases his evolution over the previous decade, featuring hits that solidified his status as a leading figure in country-pop music during this period.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elvis Presley· Cher· Prince· Harry Nilsson· John Denver· Donna Summer· Willie Nelson· Sparks
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ruby, Don’t Take Your Love to Town Standout 2:53
- 2 Reuben James 2:41
- 3 But You Know I Love You 3:16
- 4 Something’s Burning 4:19
- 5 Just Dropped In Standout 3:24
- 6 Lucille Standout 3:41
- 7 Daytime Friends 3:14
- 8 While the Feeling’s Good 4:02
- 9 Love Lifted Me 3:49
- 10 Today I Started Loving You Again 3:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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