The Eagle cover

The Eagle

Waylon Jennings · 1990

30 min · 10 tracks · rockabilly · country rock · outlaw country

A blend of heartfelt storytelling and classic country sounds that resonates with authenticity and nostalgia.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • heartfelt storytelling with warmth
  • nostalgic reflections on life
  • steady mid-tempo listening experience
  • for afternoon drives

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy anthems
  • prefer longer album explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1990, 'The Eagle' was Waylon Jennings' first studio album after leaving RCA Records, marking a significant shift in his career. At this point, Jennings was transitioning from mainstream commercial pressures to a more independent approach, allowing for greater artistic freedom.
Stylistic neighbors
Willie Nelson· Johnny Cash· Merle Haggard

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Workin’ Cheap 2:55
  • 2 What Bothers Me Most 3:25
  • 3 The Eagle 2:55
  • 4 Her Man 2:42
  • 5 Wrong 3:02
  • 6 Where Corn Don’t Grow 3:17
  • 7 Reno and Me 3:11
  • 8 Too Close to Call 2:44
  • 9 Waking Up With You 2:34
  • 10 Old Church Hymns and Nursery Rhymes 3:47

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