Leon Russell (album)


Leon Russell is the debut solo album by the singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Leon Russell. It followed his debut with the Midnight String Quartet and a production by Russell and Marc Benno billed as the Asylum Choir.
"A Song for You", written by Russell for this album, is a slow, pained plea for forgiveness and understanding from an estranged lover, the tune is one of Russell's best-known compositions. It has been performed and recorded by over 200 artists, spanning many musical genres. Elton John has called the song an American classic.
On January 17, 2018, "A Song for You" was added to Grammy Hall of Fame.

Track listing

All tracks composed by Leon Russell except where indicated
  1. "A Song for You" – 4:08
  2. "Dixie Lullaby" – 2:35
  3. "I Put a Spell on You" – 4:12
  4. "Shoot Out on the Plantation" – 3:13
  5. "Hummingbird" – 4:02
  6. "Delta Lady" – 4:05
  7. "Prince of Peace" – 3:05
  8. "Give Peace a Chance" – 2:23
  9. "Hurtsome Body" – 3:39
  10. "Pisces Apple Lady" – 2:53
  11. "Roll Away the Stone" – 3:10
The CD re-issue contains the following bonus tracks:
  2. "Masters of War" – 1:24
  3. "New Sweet Home Chicago" – 3:11
  4. "Jammin' with Eric" – 4:14
  5. "Indian Girl" – 4:08
  6. "Shoot Out on the Plantation" – 3:31
  7. " Get a Line on You" – 4:16

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