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Welcome Home

Carole King · 1978

40 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · soft rock · easy listening

A melodic blend of soft rock and adult contemporary, evoking warmth and introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • warm introspective moments
  • morning coffee backdrop
  • easy sing-along melodies

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced excitement
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Welcome Home' was released in May 1978, Carole King had solidified her status as a leading figure in pop music following the monumental success of her 1971 album 'Tapestry'. This release came during a transitional period in her career, as she sought to explore different musical styles while maintaining her signature songwriting approach.
Stylistic neighbors
James Taylor· Joni Mitchell· Linda Ronstadt

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Main Street Saturday Night 5:42
  • 2 Sunbird 4:02
  • 3 Venusian Diamond 4:28
  • 4 Changes 2:27
  • 5 Morning Sun 4:33
  • 6 Disco Tech 5:12
  • 7 Wings of Love 3:24
  • 8 Ride the Music 3:12
  • 9 Everybody’s Got the Spirit 3:47
  • 10 Welcome Home 3:15

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