Just Because I'm a Woman

by Dolly Parton

Just Because I'm a Woman cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 4 April 1968
  • Label: RCA Victor
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 37:01
  • Community rating: 3.72/5 from 4 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Marking her first full-length solo album for RCA Victor, this record formally introduces a generational songwriting talent to the mainstream country landscape. 'Just Because I'm a Woman' boldly addresses double standards and female independence, anchored by the poignant title track. Parton's piercing vocals and candid lyricism stand out against the polished backdrop of the quintessential Nashville Sound.

Genres

Descriptors: suicide, melodic, breakup

Tracklist

  1. You're Gonna Be Sorry (2:14)
  2. I Wish I Felt This Way At Home (2:28)
  3. False Eyelashes (2:29)
  4. I'll Oilwells Love You (2:15)
  5. The Only Way Out (Is To Walk Over Me) (2:54)
  6. Little Bit Slow To Catch On (2:18)
  7. The Bridge (2:33)
  8. Love And Learn (2:32)
  9. I'm Running Out Of Love (2:05)
  10. Just Because I'm a Woman (3:03)
  11. Baby Sister (2:38)
  12. Try Being Lonely (2:41)
  13. Just Because I'm a Woman - Live at Sevier County High School, Sevierville, TN - April 1970 (3:25)
  14. Coat of Many Colors - Live at Sevier County High School, Sevierville, TN - April 1970 (3:19)

Credits

  • Dolly Parton - primary artist, written-by
  • Harlan Howard - written-by
  • Bob Tubert - written-by
  • Demetriss Tapp - written-by
  • Bill Owens - written-by
  • Neal Merritt - written-by
  • Curly Putman - written-by
  • Shirl Milete - written-by
  • Bob Ferguson - producer

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