The Times They Are A-Changin'
Burl Ives · 1968
33 min · 11 tracks · folk music
A rich tapestry of folk storytelling unfolds through heartfelt melodies and poignant reflections on social change.
Top tracks — play these first
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I'll Be Your Baby Tonight Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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The Times They Are A-Changin' — Ives' rendition of this iconic song captures the spirit of social upheaval during the 1960s, embodying a call for change that resonated with many.
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Don't Think Twice, It's All Right — This cover showcases Ives' ability to convey emotional depth through simplicity, highlighting the introspective nature of the lyrics while maintaining a gentle folk sound.
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Homeward Bound — Here, Ives delivers a heartfelt interpretation of longing and nostalgia that reflects the universal desire for connection and belonging, making it stand out in his catalog.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short reflective storytelling moments
- nostalgic melodies for quiet evenings
- gentle pacing for thoughtful listening
- sing-along comfort with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy tracks
- want lengthy, sprawling albums
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album features a key Dylan track, enhancing Ives' recognition in the folk scene.
- Career context
- By 1968, Burl Ives had solidified his reputation as a leading figure in folk music, following the success of his earlier albums. This release arrived after his popular 1965 album 'The Wayfaring Stranger', showcasing Ives' continued evolution as an artist dedicated to both traditional and contemporary folk themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pete Seeger· Woody Guthrie· The Weavers
Tracklist
- 1 I'll Be Your Baby Tonight Start here 2:08
- 2 By The Time I Get To Phoenix 3:07
- 3 Gentle On My Mind 2:48
- 4 Little Green Apples 2:38
- 5 Don't Think Twice, It's All Right 3:07
- 6 One Too Many Mornings 3:03
- 7 Maria (If I Could) 2:53
- 8 If I Were A Carpenter 2:17
- 9 Homeward Bound 2:40
- 10 Folk Singer 3:05
- 11 The Times They Are A-Changin' 5:16
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