The Gold Medal Collection
Harry Chapin · 1988
141 min · 32 tracks · traditional folk music
A poignant tapestry of storytelling that blends folk melodies with emotional narratives reflecting life's complexities.
The Gold Medal Collection is an album by Harry Chapin, released in 1988. A poignant tapestry of storytelling that blends folk melodies with emotional narratives reflecting life's complexities. This collection is significant not only for its rich compilation of Chapin's storytelling but also for the enduring impact of tracks like 'Cat’s in the Cradle,' which became an anthem for generational relationships. The album reflects Chapin's influence on the singer-songwriter movement of the 1970s and continues to resonate within folk music culture. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Gold Medal Collection sound like?
A poignant tapestry of storytelling that blends folk melodies with emotional narratives reflecting life's complexities. Rooted in traditional folk music.
What makes The Gold Medal Collection by Harry Chapin notable?
This collection is significant not only for its rich compilation of Chapin's storytelling but also for the enduring impact of tracks like 'Cat’s in the Cradle,' which became an anthem for generational relationships. The album reflects Chapin's influence on the singer-songwriter movement of the 1970s and continues to resonate within folk music culture. Released in 1988, 'The Gold Medal Collection' came during Harry Chapin's later career, following his previous works like 'Greatest Stories Live' in 1976. By this time, Chapin was well-known for his narrative songwriting and advocacy for social causes, especially hunger relief. This album compiles many of his notable songs, showcasing his evolution as a storyteller and musician.
How many songs are on The Gold Medal Collection?
The Gold Medal Collection has 32 tracks, running approximately 141 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Taxi Standout 6:43
- 2 Sunday Morning Sunshine 3:50
- 3 Old College Avenue 4:29
- 4 Dirty Old Man 1:25
- 5 I Wanna Learn a Love Song 4:23
- 6 Cat’s in the Cradle Standout 3:48
- 7 Tangled Up Puppet 3:41
- 8 Dancing Boy 3:50
- 9 Thanksgiving Hunger Drives 0:48
- 10 Flowers Are Red 4:56
- 11 She Sings Songs Without Words 3:32
- 12 Shooting Star 4:05
- 13 Winter Song 2:33
- 14 Story of a Life 5:19
- 15 Commitment and Pete Seeger 1:47
- 16 There Only Was One Choice 14:01
Disc 2
- 1 A Better Place to Be 8:36
- 2 Mail Order Annie 4:55
- 3 Performing 0:34
- 4 W·O·L·D Standout 4:55
- 5 Mr. Tanner 4:54
- 6 Corey’s Coming 5:37
- 7 A Child Is Born 0:32
- 8 Sniper 9:55
- 9 Calluses 0:43
- 10 The Rock 4:14
- 11 Dance Band on the Titanic 5:10
- 12 I Wonder What Would Happen to This World 3:28
- 13 Sequel 6:37
- 14 My Grandfather 1:44
- 15 Remember When the Music (reprise) 3:54
- 16 Circle 6:42
Release Date
January 1, 1988
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
141 min 56 sec
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