Prime Prine: The Best of John Prine

by John Prine

Prime Prine: The Best of John Prine cover art
  • Type: Compilation
  • Released: 30 November 1976
  • Label: Atlantic
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 44:05
  • Community rating: 3.85/5 from 2 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Gathering the most essential tracks from his initial four albums for Atlantic Records, this retrospective showcases the Midwestern songwriter's unparalleled, deeply observant lyrical wit. The gentle acoustic arrangements perfectly frame his empathetic, often humorous narratives detailing the struggles of working-class America.

Genres

Descriptors: Folk

Tracklist

  1. Sam Stone (4:16)
  2. Saddle in the Rain (3:35)
  3. Please Don't Bury Me (2:51)
  4. The Great Compromise (4:56)
  5. Grandpa Was a Carpenter (2:10)
  6. Donald and Lydia (4:30)
  7. Illegal Smile (3:13)
  8. Sweet Revenge (2:41)
  9. Dear Abby (4:17)
  10. Souvenirs (3:37)
  11. Come Back to Us Barbara Lewis Hare Krisna Beauregard (3:20)
  12. Hello in There (4:32)

Credits

  • John Prine - primary artist, songwriter [all songs written by], vocals, acoustic guitar
  • Steve Goodman - acoustic guitar, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, soloist [solos], harmony vocals
  • Dave Prine - banjo, dobro
  • Mike Leech - bass
  • Gene Chrisman - drums
  • Kenny Malone - drums
  • Peter Bunetta - drums
  • George Piros - lacquer cut by

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