City Streets
Carole King · 1989
42 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · soft rock · easy listening
A reflective blend of adult contemporary melodies and heartfelt storytelling, underscored by King's signature piano work.
City Streets is an album by Carole King, released in 1989. A reflective blend of adult contemporary melodies and heartfelt storytelling, underscored by King's signature piano work. 'City Streets' received mixed reviews but demonstrated King's resilience in the industry, peaking at No. 75 on the Billboard 200 chart. It contributed to the resurgence of interest in adult contemporary music during the late 1980s and reinforced King's status as a respected elder stateswoman of pop music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does City Streets sound like?
A reflective blend of adult contemporary melodies and heartfelt storytelling, underscored by King's signature piano work. Rooted in folk rock and soft rock.
What makes City Streets by Carole King notable?
'City Streets' received mixed reviews but demonstrated King's resilience in the industry, peaking at No. 75 on the Billboard 200 chart. It contributed to the resurgence of interest in adult contemporary music during the late 1980s and reinforced King's status as a respected elder stateswoman of pop music. By 1989, Carole King had already established herself as a prominent figure in the music industry with classic albums like 'Tapestry' (1971) and was transitioning into a new phase of her career. 'City Streets' marked her return to the studio after a six-year hiatus since her previous album 'Speeding Time' (1983), showcasing her continued evolution as a songwriter and performer.
How many songs are on City Streets?
City Streets has 10 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 City Streets Standout 4:56
- 2 Sweet Life Standout 4:33
- 3 Down to the Darkness 4:17
- 4 Lovelight 4:27
- 5 I Can’t Stop Thinking About You 4:58
- 6 Legacy 5:03
- 7 Ain’t That the Way 3:08
- 8 Midnight Flyer 4:26
- 9 Homeless Heart Standout 4:03
- 10 Someone Who Believes in You 2:59
Release Date
April 1, 1989
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
42 min 50 sec
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