What's Your Mama's Name
Tanya Tucker · 1973
29 min · 11 tracks · country · folk
A blend of heartfelt storytelling and traditional country melodies that evoke nostalgia and raw emotion.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- heartfelt storytelling and nostalgia steady progression through emotions for reflective afternoons
- Context
- Released on April 1, 1973, 'What's Your Mama's Name' was Tanya Tucker's second studio album, following her self-titled debut. At just 15 years old, Tucker had already begun establishing herself as a significant voice in country music, building on the success of her first album with this follow-up that showcased her unique vocal style.
- If you like
- country, folk
What's Your Mama's Name is an album by Tanya Tucker, released in 1973. A blend of heartfelt storytelling and traditional country melodies that evoke nostalgia and raw emotion. 'What's Your Mama's Name' reached No. 4 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and produced two top ten singles: the title track and 'Blood Red and Goin’ Down.' The album solidified Tucker's status as a prominent figure in the country genre during the early '70s, known for her youthful perspective on adult themes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does What's Your Mama's Name sound like?
A blend of heartfelt storytelling and traditional country melodies that evoke nostalgia and raw emotion. Rooted in country and folk.
What makes What's Your Mama's Name by Tanya Tucker notable?
'What's Your Mama's Name' reached No. 4 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and produced two top ten singles: the title track and 'Blood Red and Goin’ Down.' The album solidified Tucker's status as a prominent figure in the country genre during the early '70s, known for her youthful perspective on adult themes. Released on April 1, 1973, 'What's Your Mama's Name' was Tanya Tucker's second studio album, following her self-titled debut. At just 15 years old, Tucker had already begun establishing herself as a significant voice in country music, building on the success of her first album with this follow-up that showcased her unique vocal style.
Who is What's Your Mama's Name for?
What's Your Mama's Name works well if you're into heartfelt storytelling and nostalgia, steady progression through emotions and for reflective afternoons.
How many songs are on What's Your Mama's Name?
What's Your Mama's Name has 11 tracks, running approximately 29 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 What’s Your Mama’s Name Standout 2:55
- 2 Horseshoe Bend 2:35
- 3 The Chokin’ Kind Standout 2:35
- 4 California Cotton Fields 2:12
- 5 Teddy Bear Song 3:00
- 6 Blood Red and Goin’ Down Standout 3:00
- 7 Song Man 2:40
- 8 The Missing Piece of Puzzle 2:23
- 9 Rainy Girl 2:29
- 10 Pass Me By 2:22
- 11 Teach Me the Words to Your Song 3:00
Release Date
April 1, 1973
Genre
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
29 min 11 sec
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