Work of Heart
Roy Harper · 1982
45 min · 6 tracks · traditional folk music
A sprawling tapestry of folk melodies imbued with poetic introspection and social commentary.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- poetic introspection and reflection
- slow-burning emotional depth
- cathartic storytelling arcs
- late-night contemplative listening
- sprawling narrative exploration
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- preferring upbeat tempos
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Work of Heart' was released in 1982, Roy Harper had already established himself as a significant figure in British folk music, following his acclaimed album 'Lifemask' from 1973. This album came after a period of relative quiet for Harper, marking a return to form that showcased his evolving storytelling and musical depth during the early '80s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nick Drake· John Martyn· Leonard Cohen
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Drawn to the Flames 6:34
- 2 Jack of Hearts 4:14
- 3 I Am a Child 3:09
- 4 Woman 4:43
- 5 I Still Care 4:50
- 6 Work of Heart: No-One Ever Gets Out Alive / Two Lovers in the Moon / We Are the People / All Us Children (So Sadly Far Apart) / We Are the People (reprise) / No-One Ever Gets Out Alive (Finale) 21:32
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