A Believer Sings the Truth
Johnny Cash · 1979
55 min · 20 tracks · blues · rock & roll · traditional folk music
Uplifting gospel melodies intertwine with Cash's deep baritone, creating a spiritually resonant atmosphere.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- uplifting themes of spiritual resilience steady pacing for reflective listening short tracks for quick enjoyment
- Context
- Released in 1979, 'A Believer Sings the Truth' is Johnny Cash's first album of entirely gospel material. This release followed his transition to Columbia Records and came after his notable work in the 1970s that revitalized his career, showcasing his continuous exploration of faith through music.
- If you like
- blues, rock & roll, traditional folk music
A Believer Sings the Truth is an album by Johnny Cash, released in 1979. Uplifting gospel melodies intertwine with Cash's deep baritone, creating a spiritually resonant atmosphere. This album is significant as it reflects Cash's deep commitment to gospel music, contributing to the genre's visibility within country music circles. It also received positive critical reception, reinforcing Cash's role as a major figure in both gospel and country genres during this era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A Believer Sings the Truth sound like?
Uplifting gospel melodies intertwine with Cash's deep baritone, creating a spiritually resonant atmosphere. Rooted in blues and rock & roll.
What makes A Believer Sings the Truth by Johnny Cash notable?
This album is significant as it reflects Cash's deep commitment to gospel music, contributing to the genre's visibility within country music circles. It also received positive critical reception, reinforcing Cash's role as a major figure in both gospel and country genres during this era. Released in 1979, 'A Believer Sings the Truth' is Johnny Cash's first album of entirely gospel material. This release followed his transition to Columbia Records and came after his notable work in the 1970s that revitalized his career, showcasing his continuous exploration of faith through music.
Who is A Believer Sings the Truth for?
A Believer Sings the Truth works well if you're into uplifting themes of spiritual resilience, steady pacing for reflective listening and short tracks for quick enjoyment.
How many songs are on A Believer Sings the Truth?
A Believer Sings the Truth has 20 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Wings in the Morning 2:43
- 2 Gospel Boogie (A Wonderful Time Up There) Standout 2:37
- 3 Over the Next Hill 2:34
- 4 He's Alive Standout 4:16
- 5 I've Got Jesus in My Soul 2:40
- 6 When He Comes 3:31
- 7 I Was There When It Happened (So I Guess I Ought to Know) 2:14
- 8 I'm a Newborn Man 1:40
- 9 There Are Strange Things Happening Every Day 3:30
- 10 Children Go Where I Send Thee 2:42
Disc 2
- 1 I'm Just an Old Chunk of Coal 2:14
- 2 Lay Me Down in Dixie 1:59
- 3 Don't Take Everybody for Your Friend 2:23
- 4 You'll Get Yours, I'll Get Mine 2:20
- 5 Oh Come, Angel Band Standout 2:48
- 6 This Train Is Bound for Glory 3:30
- 7 I'm Gonna Try to Be That Way 2:49
- 8 What on Earth (Will You Do for Heavens Sake) 2:08
- 9 That's Enough 2:43
- 10 The Greatest Cowboy of Them All 3:55
Release Date
January 1, 1979
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
55 min 16 sec
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