Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves
Cher · 1971
27 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · house · pop rock
A blend of folk-rock storytelling and pop sensibility, anchored by Cher's powerful vocals.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- concise storytelling with emotional peaks short bursts of reflective themes warm vocals for cozy moments
- Context
- Released in 1971, 'Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves' marked a pivotal moment in Cher's career as her first major solo album following the breakup of Sonny & Cher. This album solidified her transition from a duo into a standalone artist, showcasing her versatility across genres like pop and folk rock.
- If you like
- folk rock, house, pop rock
Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves is an album by Cher, released in 1971. A blend of folk-rock storytelling and pop sensibility, anchored by Cher's powerful vocals. The album was a commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with its title track, which also became one of Cher's signature songs. It helped define the sound of early '70s pop while contributing to the growing narrative of female empowerment in music during that era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves sound like?
A blend of folk-rock storytelling and pop sensibility, anchored by Cher's powerful vocals. Rooted in folk rock and house.
What makes Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves by Cher notable?
The album was a commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with its title track, which also became one of Cher's signature songs. It helped define the sound of early '70s pop while contributing to the growing narrative of female empowerment in music during that era. Released in 1971, 'Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves' marked a pivotal moment in Cher's career as her first major solo album following the breakup of Sonny & Cher. This album solidified her transition from a duo into a standalone artist, showcasing her versatility across genres like pop and folk rock.
Who is Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves for?
Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves works well if you're into concise storytelling with emotional peaks, short bursts of reflective themes and warm vocals for cozy moments.
How many songs are on Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves?
Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves has 10 tracks, running approximately 27 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 The Way of Love Standout 2:32
- 2 Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves Standout 2:38
- 3 He'll Never Know 3:28
- 4 Fire & Rain 3:02
- 5 When You Find Out Where You're Goin' Let Me Know 2:17
- 6 He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother Standout 3:32
- 7 I Hate to Sleep Alone 2:28
- 8 I'm in the Middle 2:47
- 9 Touch and Go 2:00
- 10 One Honest Man 2:23
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