Shooting Straight in the Dark
Mary Chapin Carpenter · 1990
42 min · 11 tracks · country · folk
A blend of reflective storytelling and melodic hooks wrapped in country and folk influences.
Shooting Straight in the Dark is an album by Mary Chapin Carpenter, released in 1990. A blend of reflective storytelling and melodic hooks wrapped in country and folk influences. This album solidified Carpenter's place in the country music scene, reaching No. 10 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and earning critical acclaim for its lyrical depth. The single 'Down at the Twist and Shout' became a Top 20 hit, further enhancing her reputation as a leading artist in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Shooting Straight in the Dark sound like?
A blend of reflective storytelling and melodic hooks wrapped in country and folk influences. Rooted in country and folk.
What makes Shooting Straight in the Dark by Mary Chapin Carpenter notable?
This album solidified Carpenter's place in the country music scene, reaching No. 10 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and earning critical acclaim for its lyrical depth. The single 'Down at the Twist and Shout' became a Top 20 hit, further enhancing her reputation as a leading artist in the genre. By the time 'Shooting Straight in the Dark' was released in 1990, Mary Chapin Carpenter was establishing herself as a prominent voice in country music, following her successful debut album. This record arrived shortly after her breakthrough with 'State of the Heart' (1989), showcasing her evolution as a songwriter and performer during a pivotal moment in her career.
How many songs are on Shooting Straight in the Dark?
Shooting Straight in the Dark has 11 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Going Out Tonight 3:17
- 2 Right Now 2:36
- 3 The More Things Change Standout 3:56
- 4 When She’s Gone 5:04
- 5 Middle Ground 3:51
- 6 Can’t Take Love for Granted 4:00
- 7 Down at the Twist and Shout Standout 3:20
- 8 Halley Came to Jackson 3:10
- 9 What You Didn’t Say 4:37
- 10 You Win Again 4:00
- 11 The Moon and St. Christopher Standout 4:21
Release Date
January 1, 1990
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Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
42 min 15 sec
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