Woman of the World / To Make a Man cover

Woman of the World / To Make a Man

Loretta Lynn · 1969

29 min · 11 tracks · country · folk · gospel

Loretta Lynn's voice melds traditional country with poignant storytelling that resonates deeply across generations.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo storytelling
  • nostalgic reflections on love
  • warm vocals for cozy evenings
  • short tracks for quick listens

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer lengthy musical explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1969, 'Woman of the World / To Make a Man' was Loretta Lynn's fifth studio album, following her breakthrough year with 'Don’t Come Home A-Drinkin’ (With Lovin’ on Your Mind)'. At this point in her career, Lynn was solidifying her status as a leading figure in country music, known for her ability to address women's issues and personal narratives within the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Patsy Cline· Tammy Wynette· Dolly Parton

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Woman of the World (Leave My World Alone) 2:54
  • 2 Johnny One Time 2:45
  • 3 If You Were Mine to Lose 2:50
  • 4 The Only Time I Hurt 2:44
  • 5 No One Will Ever Know 2:35
  • 6 Big Sister, Little Sister 2:40
  • 7 To Make a Man (Feel Like a Man) 2:15
  • 8 I Started Loving You Again 2:17
  • 9 Stand by Your Man 2:51
  • 10 One Little Reason 2:47
  • 11 I’m Lonesome for Trouble Tonight 2:34

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