Tracks
- Time Has Told Me
- River Man
- Three Hours
- Way to Blue
- Day is Done
- Cello Song
- The Thoughts of Mary Jane
- Man in a Shed
- Fruit Tree
- Saturday Sun
Five Leaves Left is a glum album. It's primarily a folk album, but it's not a simple folk album; many of the songs have string arrangements. The cello and bass guitar are very prominent in their respective songs which contributes to the dark quality of the album. Nick Drake's singing style also contributes to the dark quality by conveying little emotion or energy.
I think this album would be perfect to listen to while sitting next to a window on rainy, fall day. I am actually surprised that Nick Drake wasn't a very successful artist. I guess that partially explains why I had never heard of him and his music until I started doing this.
I instantly fell in love with this album when I first heard it. It is certainly worth listening to, and would be a great addition to any collection. I am at a loss to select any stand out songs; I think they are all fantastic.
★★★★★★★★★★
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