The Capitol Years 65/77 cover

The Capitol Years 65/77

Glen Campbell · 1998

124 min · 46 tracks · country music

A rich tapestry of heartfelt ballads and upbeat country tunes that showcase Glen Campbell's versatile vocal charm.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Gentle on My Mind — This track exemplifies Campbell's ability to blend folk and country influences while delivering poignant storytelling through its reflective lyrics.
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    Wichita Lineman — Known for its haunting melody and evocative lyrics, this song represents the high point of Campbell’s career and showcases his unique vocal style.
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    Rhinestone Cowboy — As one of Campbell's most commercially successful tracks, it captures the essence of his persona and the themes of aspiration prevalent in 1970s country music.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • nostalgic storytelling with warmth
  • for leisurely afternoons
  • heartfelt melodies for quiet evenings
  • consistent flow across long sessions

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Compiles impactful tracks marking Campbell's rise to solo stardom in country music.
Career context
Released in 1998, The Capitol Years 65/77 compiles Glen Campbell's most impactful tracks from his early career, marking over three decades since his rise to fame. At this point, he was celebrated not only as a chart-topping artist but also as a television star, with hits like 'Rhinestone Cowboy' solidifying his legacy in music history.
Stylistic neighbors
Jimmy Webb· John Denver· The Mamas & the Papas

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Universal Soldier 2:10
  • 2 Guess I'm Dumb 2:40
  • 3 Less of Me 2:36
  • 4 Mary in the Morning 3:03
  • 5 Gentle on My Mind 2:57
  • 6 By the Time I Get to Phoenix 2:43
  • 7 They'll Never Take Her Love Away From Me 2:21
  • 8 Hey Little One 2:33
  • 9 Just Another Man 2:11
  • 10 It's Over 2:04
  • 11 Without Her 2:16
  • 12 Dreams of the Everyday Housewife 2:34
  • 13 Wichita Lineman 3:06
  • 14 You're Young and You'll Forget 2:19
  • 15 Every Time I Itch I Wind Up Scratching You 1:53
  • 16 Reason to Believe 2:24
  • 17 Galveston 2:40
  • 18 Where's the Playground Susie 2:56
  • 19 Got to Have Tenderness 2:10
  • 20 Mornin' Glory 2:53
  • 21 True Grit 2:32
  • 22 If This Is Love 2:09
  • 23 Try a Little Kindness 2:26
  • 24 All I Have to Do Is Dream 2:33

Disc 2

  • 1 Honey Come Back 2:58
  • 2 Folk Singer 2:45
  • 3 Love Is Not a Game 2:13
  • 4 Everything a Man Could Ever Need 2:32
  • 5 As Far as I'm Concerned 2:40
  • 6 It's Only Make Believe 2:27
  • 7 Dream Sweet Dreams About Me 2:39
  • 8 Just Another Piece of Paper 2:10
  • 9 Last Time I Saw Her 4:07
  • 10 Don't It Make You Want to Go Home 2:32
  • 11 London (I'm Coming to See You) 3:21
  • 12 You Might as Well Smile 3:31
  • 13 About the Ocean 2:57
  • 14 Adoration 3:12
  • 15 Rhinestone Cowboy 3:15
  • 16 Country Boy 3:07
  • 17 Marie 3:35
  • 18 Comeback 3:24
  • 19 Christian No 2:34
  • 20 Southern Nights 2:58
  • 21 Sunflower 2:52
  • 22 This Is Sarah's Song 2:35

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