The Ernest Tubb Story cover

The Ernest Tubb Story

Ernest Tubb · 1959

24 tracks · country

A heartfelt blend of traditional country storytelling and emotive melodies that resonate with timeless experiences.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady narrative flow throughout
  • heartfelt storytelling in melodies
  • reflective moments of nostalgia
  • ideal for late-night listening
  • emotional resonance in every track

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party anthems
  • prefer short standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1959, 'The Ernest Tubb Story' marks a significant moment in Ernest Tubb's career as it encapsulates his evolution from a regional star to a national figure in country music. This compilation album follows the peak of his career during the 1940s and 1950s, showcasing his most beloved tracks while solidifying his legacy within the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Hank Williams· Lefty Frizzell· Bob Wills

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 I'll Get Along Somehow
  • 2 Slippin' Around
  • 3 Filipino Baby
  • 4 When The World Has Turned You Down
  • 5 Have You Ever Been Lonely
  • 6 There's A Little Bit Of Everything In Texas
  • 7 Walkin' The Floor Over You
  • 8 Driftwood On The River
  • 9 There's Nothing More To Say
  • 10 Rainbow At Midnight
  • 11 I'll Always Be Glad To Have You Back
  • 12 Let's Say Goodbye Like We Said Hello

Disc 2

  • 1 Careless Darlin'
  • 2 Don't Rob Another Man's Castle
  • 3 I Wonder Why You Said Goodbye
  • 4 Last Night I Dreamed
  • 5 Letters Have No Arms
  • 6 Though The Days Were Only Seven
  • 7 I Love You Because
  • 8 You Nearly Lose Your Mind
  • 9 I'll Miss You When You Go
  • 10 It's Been So Long Darlin'
  • 11 Tomorrow Never Comes
  • 12 Blue Christmas

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