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Venus

Joy Williams · 2015

39 min · 11 tracks · folk rock · contemporary Christian music

A haunting blend of folk and pop that explores themes of love, vulnerability, and personal growth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • haunting melodies for emotional depth
  • intimate listening for personal growth
  • consistent flow for focused attention

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2015, Joy Williams released 'Venus' as her first solo album after the breakup of the Grammy-winning duo The Civil Wars. This marked a significant transition for Williams, as she moved from collaborative success to establishing her own artistic identity. The album reflects her exploration of new sounds and personal narratives following the dissolution of her previous musical partnership.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Before I Sleep 3:34
  • 2 Sweet Love of Mine 3:53
  • 3 Woman (Oh Mama) 3:39
  • 4 One Day I Will 3:20
  • 5 Not Good Enough 4:11
  • 6 What a Good Woman Does 3:26
  • 7 Until the Levee 2:40
  • 8 You Loved Me 3:13
  • 9 The Dying Kind 4:14
  • 10 Till Forever 3:57
  • 11 Welcome Home 3:39

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