The List
Rosanne Cash · 2009
43 min · 13 tracks · country music
A heartfelt collection of classic country ballads infused with emotional depth and Rosanne Cash's signature storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Miss the Mississippi and You Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Sea of Heartbreak — This track captures the essence of longing with its melancholic melody and poignant lyrics, showcasing Cash's ability to convey deep emotion through classic storytelling.
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Long Black Veil — Cash's rendition brings a haunting quality to this tale of love and loss, emphasizing the narrative through her expressive vocal delivery and subtle instrumentation.
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I'm Movin' On — This song stands out for its energetic tempo and themes of resilience, illustrating Cash's versatility as she navigates both sorrow and strength in the songwriting.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively showcases classic country ballads with strong arrangements and emotional depth.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of traditional country instrumentation, including steel guitar and fiddle, throughout its tracks.
- Each song is arranged to highlight Cash's vocal delivery, often with minimal accompaniment to allow for emotional expression.
- The tracklist includes classic country songs, with several tracks featuring a slow tempo that emphasizes the lyrical storytelling.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- heartfelt storytelling experiences
- reflective, nostalgic listening sessions
- intimate moments of connection
- steady pacing and flow
- emotional depth and warmth
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved for its emotional depth and classic country interpretations, appealing to dedicated fans.
- Themes
- nostalgic storytelling· heartbreak narratives
- Career context
- When 'The List' was released in 2009, Rosanne Cash was already an established artist with a rich legacy, following her Grammy-winning album 'Black Cadillac' from 2006. This album marked a return to her country roots and showcased her deep appreciation for the genre that influenced her upbringing.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lucinda Williams· Emmylou Harris· Neko Case
Tracklist
- 1 Miss the Mississippi and You Start here 3:12
- 2 Motherless Children 3:06
- 3 Sea of Heartbreak 3:06
- 4 Take These Chains From My Heart 3:32
- 5 I’m Movin’ On 3:45
- 6 Heartaches by the Number 3:21
- 7 500 Miles 3:04
- 8 Long Black Veil 3:10
- 9 She’s Got You 3:07
- 10 Girl From the North Country 3:32
- 11 Silver Wings 3:45
- 12 Bury Me Under the Weeping Willow 3:35
- 13 Sweet Memories 3:30
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