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Willie and the Wheel

Willie Nelson · 2009

39 min · 12 tracks · blues · alternative country · Americana

A nostalgic blend of traditional Americana and blues, echoing the warmth of classic country sounds.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • nostalgic sing-along moments
  • inviting warmth for gatherings
  • easy-listening afternoon vibe

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer complex, varied structures

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2009, Willie Nelson was a seasoned artist with a career spanning over five decades. 'Willie and the Wheel' came as his first release after a series of collaborations and showcased his return to his roots in Americana and traditional music.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hesitation Blues 2:47
  • 2 Sweet Jennie Lee 3:01
  • 3 Fan It 2:46
  • 4 I Ain't Gonna Give Nobody None o' This Jellyroll 3:11
  • 5 Oh! You Pretty Woman 2:50
  • 6 Bring It on Down to My House 3:29
  • 7 Right or Wrong 3:10
  • 8 Corrine Corrina 3:17
  • 9 I'm Sittin' on Top of the World 4:45
  • 10 Shame on You 2:59
  • 11 South 3:39
  • 12 Won't You Ride in My Little Red Wagon 3:39

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