Unrequited
Loudon Wainwright III · 1975
48 min · 17 tracks · blues · folk · traditional folk music
A whimsical blend of folk and rock, laced with Wainwright's sharp wit and poignant storytelling.
Why this album works
- Best for
- whimsical storytelling with wit steady mid-tempo engagement for casual gatherings
- Context
- Released in 1975, 'Unrequited' is Loudon Wainwright III's fourth studio album. This period marked a creative high for him as he was transitioning from the commercial success of his earlier works into a more introspective style that would define his later music.
- If you like
- blues, folk, traditional folk music
Unrequited is an album by Loudon Wainwright III, released in 1975. A whimsical blend of folk and rock, laced with Wainwright's sharp wit and poignant storytelling. 'Unrequited' is significant for its candid exploration of love and loss, resonating deeply within the singer-songwriter movement of the 1970s. The album showcased Wainwright's unique ability to combine humor with heartbreak, earning critical acclaim and influencing a generation of artists focused on personal narrative. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Unrequited sound like?
A whimsical blend of folk and rock, laced with Wainwright's sharp wit and poignant storytelling. Rooted in blues and folk.
What makes Unrequited by Loudon Wainwright III notable?
'Unrequited' is significant for its candid exploration of love and loss, resonating deeply within the singer-songwriter movement of the 1970s. The album showcased Wainwright's unique ability to combine humor with heartbreak, earning critical acclaim and influencing a generation of artists focused on personal narrative. Released in 1975, 'Unrequited' is Loudon Wainwright III's fourth studio album. This period marked a creative high for him as he was transitioning from the commercial success of his earlier works into a more introspective style that would define his later music.
Who is Unrequited for?
Unrequited works well if you're into whimsical storytelling with wit, steady mid-tempo engagement and for casual gatherings.
How many songs are on Unrequited?
Unrequited has 17 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sweet Nothings Standout 2:47
- 2 The Lowly Tourist 3:28
- 3 Kings and Queens 2:21
- 4 Kick in the Head 2:49
- 5 Whatever Happened to Us 2:02
- 6 Crime of Passion Standout 3:01
- 7 Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder 2:28
- 8 On the Rocks (live) 3:15
- 9 Guru (live) 2:16
- 10 Mr. Guilty (live) 3:25
- 11 The Untitled (live) 2:58
- 12 Unrequited to the Nth Degree (live) 3:59
- 13 Old Friend (live) 2:53
- 14 Rufus Is a Tit Man (live) 2:28
- 15 Rufus Is a Tit Man (alternate version) 2:59
- 16 Over the Hill Standout 2:50
- 17 Hollywood Hopeful 2:39
Release Date
January 1, 1975
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
48 min 47 sec
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