This Is It
Jim Reeves · 1965
10 tracks · country music
A smooth blend of traditional country melodies with romantic ballads, featuring lush orchestration and Reeves' deep, soothing vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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This Is It! Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Make the World Go Away — This track showcases Reeves' signature vocal style, delivering an emotional plea that resonates through its poignant lyrics and lush arrangement.
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In the Misty Moonlight — This song exemplifies the romantic themes prevalent in the album, combining nostalgic imagery with Reeves' smooth delivery to create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.
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I Guess I’m Crazy — The track stands out for its introspective lyrics and vulnerability, allowing listeners to connect with the more personal side of Reeves' songwriting.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wistful reflections on lost love
- gentle melodies for quiet evenings
- thoughtful moments of nostalgia
- intimate settings with close friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- seek heavy production elements
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Represents a high point in Reeves' career with notable hit and emotional resonance.
- Career context
- Released in early 1965, 'This Is It' was Jim Reeves' final studio album before his tragic death later that year. At this point in his career, he was already a well-established figure in country music, known for his unique baritone voice and crossover appeal to pop audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Patsy Cline· Don Williams· George Jones
Tracklist
- 1 This Is It! Start here
- 2 You’ll Never Know
- 3 I Guess I’m Crazy
- 4 In the Misty Moonlight
- 5 Theme of Love
- 6 Make the World Go Away
- 7 There’s That Smile Again
- 8 Is It Really Over
- 9 Love Is No Excuse
- 10 Missing You
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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