The Heart of the Matter
Kenny Rogers · 1985
37 min · 10 tracks · soft rock · adult contemporary music · country pop
A blend of heartfelt storytelling and smooth melodies, capturing the essence of mid-80s adult contemporary country.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective moments
- heartfelt storytelling for introspection
- for cozy evenings
- smooth melodies for background listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat party tracks
- prefer fast-paced listening
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1985, 'The Heart of the Matter' marked Kenny Rogers' continued evolution into a pop-country icon following his commercial peak with 'Islands in the Stream' in 1983. This album showcased Rogers' ability to seamlessly merge soft rock and country influences, appealing to a broad audience during a pivotal time in his career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Denver· Glen Campbell· James Taylor
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Don’t Want to Have to Worry 3:41
- 2 The Heart of the Matter 4:37
- 3 You Made Me Feel Love 3:41
- 4 Morning Desire 4:10
- 5 Don’t Look in My Eyes 3:35
- 6 The Best of Me 4:02
- 7 Tomb of the Unknown Love 4:03
- 8 People in Love 3:04
- 9 I Can’t Believe Your Eyes 3:02
- 10 Our Perfect Song 4:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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