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Just a song we shared, I’ll hear.
Sixto Rodriguez, a singer-songwriter from Detroit, released Coming From Reality in 1971, his second and final studio album before retreating from the music industry. Although the album received little attention at the time, it later became a cult classic, especially in South Africa and Australia, where his music had a profound impact.
Who Was Rodriguez?
Rodriguez was born in 1942 in Detroit to Mexican immigrant parents. His music blended folk, rock, and psychedelic influences, with sharp, socially aware lyrics that reflected the harsh realities of urban life. After failing to achieve commercial success, he disappeared from the music scene until fans rediscovered him in the 1990s, leading to a revival of his career.
An Album Full of Melancholy and Reflection
Coming From Reality was recorded in London and produced by Steve Rowland. The album has an introspective and melancholic tone, with subtle arrangements that support Rodriguez’s poetic lyrics.
Some standout tracks:
- “Cause” – A deeply emotional song in which Rodriguez reflects on life and his own fate.
- “Sandrevan Lullaby – Lifestyles” – A beautifully atmospheric song with dreamy instrumentation.
- “I Think of You” – A soft, romantic ballad that showcases a different side of Rodriguez.
A Timeless Work
Although Coming From Reality didn’t have the same impact as Cold Fact, it remains an intriguing album. Rodriguez’s voice and lyrics possess a timeless quality, and his music continues to resonate with listeners who seek honest, lived-in storytelling.
If you appreciate poetic, introspective music with a raw edge, Coming From Reality is definitely an album worth exploring.
Tracklist
A1 Climb Up On My Music 4:51
A2 A Most Disgusting Song 4:44
A3 I Think Of You
A4 Heikki’s Suburbia Bus Tour 3:18
A5 Silver Words?
B1 Sandrevan Lullaby-Lifestyles
B2 To Whom It May Concern
B3 It Started Out So Nice
B4 Halfway Up The Stairs
B5 Cause
Vinyl Specs
| Label: | Sussex – 00602577077388, UMe – 770 773-1 |
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| Format: | Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, Remastered, Stereo |
| Country: | Europe |
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Streaming
Links
https://www.discogs.com/release/14058657-Rodriguez-Coming-From-Reality