Is The Game of Triangles a good place to start with Bobby Bare?

Yes, The Game of Triangles is recommended as a starting point for new Bobby Bare listeners. A blend of traditional country storytelling with a playful twist on love's complexities, woven through lush melodies. Released in early 1967, The Game of Triangles marked Bobby Bare's fifth studio album and followed his successful transition into a more pop-influenced country style. At this point in his career, Bare was beginning to solidify his reputation as an artist who tackled unconventional themes in country music, setting the stage for future hits.

Who is The Game of Triangles for?

The Game of Triangles works well if you're into playful narratives with sharp wit, short tracks for quick enjoyment and suitable for lighthearted gatherings.

How many songs are on The Game of Triangles?

The Game of Triangles has 11 tracks, running approximately 27 minutes.

The Game of Triangles

Bobby Bare · 1967

27 min · 11 tracks · country music

A blend of traditional country storytelling with a playful twist on love's complexities, woven through lush melodies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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One Among the Three of Us Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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The Game of Triangles — The title track encapsulates the album's central theme of complicated love dynamics, showcasing clever lyrics that playfully dissect romantic entanglements.
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Which One Is to Blame? — This track highlights Bare's ability to convey emotional depth through storytelling, exploring the nuances of blame in a love triangle with poignant sincerity.
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Pursuing Happiness — With its upbeat tempo and relatable message about searching for joy despite heartache, this song stands out as a catchy yet reflective anthem.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

playful narratives with sharp wit
short tracks for quick enjoyment
suitable for lighthearted gatherings
easy sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you

seekers of long, immersive pieces
prefer deep emotional introspection

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Helped establish Bare's reputation with innovative themes in country music.
Themes: love triangles· emotional blame· playful heartbreak
Career context: Released in early 1967, The Game of Triangles marked Bobby Bare's fifth studio album and followed his successful transition into a more pop-influenced country style. At this point in his career, Bare was beginning to solidify his reputation as an artist who tackled unconventional themes in country music, setting the stage for future hits.
Stylistic neighbors: Kris Kristofferson· Townes Van Zandt· Willie Nelson