Released 30 years ago today
The Road to Ensenada
Lyle Lovett · 1996
56 min · 13 tracks · country
A rich blend of storytelling and humor, anchored by Lovett's warm vocals and eclectic arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- layered, dense sonic textures
- dynamic emotional journeys
- story-driven narrative exploration
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'The Road to Ensenada' was released in 1996, Lyle Lovett had established himself as a distinctive voice in country music following his breakthrough album 'Joshua Judges Ruth' in 1992. This album came after a period of personal and professional growth, including collaborations with diverse artists and a focus on narrative-driven songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Guy Clark· Robert Earl Keen· John Prine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Don’t Touch My Hat 3:47
- 2 Her First Mistake 6:28
- 3 Fiona 4:09
- 4 That’s Right (You’re Not From Texas) 4:54
- 5 Who Loves You Better 4:46
- 6 Private Conversation 4:32
- 7 Promises 3:07
- 8 It Ought to Be Easier 4:11
- 9 I Can’t Love You Anymore 3:14
- 10 Long Tall Texan 3:27
- 11 Christmas Morning 3:43
- 12 The Road to Ensenada / The Girl in the Corner 10:12
- 13 [silence] 0:00
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