Welcome to the Cruel World

by Ben Harper

Welcome to the Cruel World cover art

Ben Harper's debut album introduced his masterful lap steel guitar work and soulful, politically conscious songwriting to the 1990s alternative scene. Striking a delicate balance between Delta blues, folk, and classic 1970s soul, the acoustic-driven record established a deeply warm, organic roots-rock sound amidst an era dominated by grunge.

Genres

  • Folk Rock
  • Singer-Songwriter

Tracklist

  1. The Three Of Us
  2. Whipping Boy
  3. Breakin' Down
  4. Don't Take That Attitude To Your Grave
  5. Waiting On An Angel
  6. Mama's Got A Girlfriend Now
  7. Forever
  8. Like A King
  9. Pleasure And Pain
  10. Walk Away
  11. How Many Miles Must We March
  12. Welcome To The Cruel World
  13. I'll Rise