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The Ramblin' Man

Waylon Jennings · 1974

41 min · 13 tracks · rockabilly · country rock · outlaw country

A fusion of honky-tonk rhythms and heartfelt storytelling that defines outlaw country.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo storytelling flow
  • for road trip vibes
  • heartfelt reflections on love
  • easy sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seek experimental or avant-garde sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1974, 'The Ramblin' Man' was Waylon Jennings' follow-up to his breakthrough album 'Honky Tonk Heroes'. At this point in his career, Jennings was solidifying his status as a leading figure in the outlaw country movement, embracing a rawer, more authentic sound that resonated with fans looking for an alternative to mainstream country music.
Stylistic neighbors
Willie Nelson· Johnny Cash· Merle Haggard

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I’m a Ramblin’ Man 2:49
  • 2 Rainy Day Woman 2:31
  • 3 Cloudy Days 2:41
  • 4 Midnight Rider 3:24
  • 5 Oklahoma Sunshine 3:29
  • 6 The Hunger 3:31
  • 7 I Can’t Keep My Hands Off of You 3:38
  • 8 Memories of You and I 4:16
  • 9 It’ll Be Her 3:03
  • 10 Amanda 2:56
  • 11 Got a Lot Going for Me 2:32
  • 12 The Last Letter 4:07
  • 13 The One I Sing My Love Song To 2:49

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