The Buddy Holly Story, Vol. 2 cover

The Buddy Holly Story, Vol. 2

Buddy Holly · 1960

26 min · 12 tracks · country · rockabilly · beat music

A vibrant collection of rock and roll infused with heartfelt ballads and catchy melodies showcasing Holly's innovative songwriting.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of joyful energy
  • catchy melodies for sing-alongs
  • heartfelt ballads for nostalgia
  • quick tracks for casual listening
  • front-loaded excitement and charm

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy immersive experiences
  • seek complex, layered compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1960, 'The Buddy Holly Story, Vol. 2' followed Holly's tragic death in a plane crash in 1959, marking a poignant moment for his legacy. This album was part of the posthumous efforts to compile his influential work, solidifying his status as a pioneer of rock music during the early days of the genre.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Peggy Sue Got Married 2:04
  • 2 Well… All Right 2:15
  • 3 What to Do 1:52
  • 4 That Makes It Tough 2:25
  • 5 Now We’re One 2:06
  • 6 Take Your Time 1:58
  • 7 Crying, Waiting, Hoping 2:10
  • 8 True Love Ways 2:47
  • 9 Learning the Game 2:10
  • 10 Little Baby 1:55
  • 11 Moondreams 2:51
  • 12 That’s What They Say 2:07

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata