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Blue Skies Again

John Anderson · 1987

30 min · 10 tracks · country · indie pop

A warm blend of traditional country melodies and introspective lyrics that resonate with personal storytelling.

Blue Skies Again is an album by John Anderson, released in 1987. A warm blend of traditional country melodies and introspective lyrics that resonate with personal storytelling. 'Blue Skies Again' is notable for its chart performance, reaching No. 7 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. This album continued to establish Anderson's reputation as a storyteller within the genre, featuring tracks that have since been covered by other artists, further cementing its influence on contemporary country music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Blue Skies Again sound like?

A warm blend of traditional country melodies and introspective lyrics that resonate with personal storytelling. Rooted in country and indie pop.

What makes Blue Skies Again by John Anderson notable?

'Blue Skies Again' is notable for its chart performance, reaching No. 7 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. This album continued to establish Anderson's reputation as a storyteller within the genre, featuring tracks that have since been covered by other artists, further cementing its influence on contemporary country music. Released as John Anderson's seventh studio album, 'Blue Skies Again' followed his critically acclaimed work 'Wild & Blue' in 1982. By the time of this release in 1987, Anderson was solidifying his place in country music, reflecting both personal and professional growth after years of navigating the industry's shifts.

How many songs are on Blue Skies Again?

Blue Skies Again has 10 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·30:18

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

  • 1 Blue Skies Again Standout 3:30
  • 2 There's Nothing Left for Me to Take for Granted 3:04
  • 3 Quittin' Time 3:59
  • 4 Just for You 2:38
  • 5 Somewhere Between Ragged and Right Standout 3:23
  • 6 When Your Yellow Brick Road Turns Blue 3:11
  • 7 His and Hers 2:08
  • 8 I Make It Hard to Lose 2:46
  • 9 Lying in Her Arms 2:48
  • 10 It's Hard to Keep This Ship Together Standout 2:51

Release Date

January 1, 1987

Genre

indie pop

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

30 min 18 sec