Gerry Rafferty Albums Ranked
Gerald Rafferty (16 April 1947 – 4 January 2011) was a Scottish rock singer-songwriter. His solo hits in the late 1970s included “Baker Street”, “Right Down the Line” and “Night Owl”, as well as “Stuck in the Middle with You”, which was recorded with the band Stealers Wheel in 1973. Rafferty was born into a working-class family in Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland. His mother taught him both Irish and Scottish folk songs when he was a boy; later, he was influenced by the music of The Beatles and Bob Dylan. He joined the folk-pop group The Humblebums in 1969. After they disbanded in 1971, he recorded his first solo album, Can I Have My Money Back? Rafferty and Joe Egan formed the group Stealers Wheel in 1972 and produced several hits, most notably “Stuck in the Middle with You” and “Star”. In 1978, he recorded his second solo album, City to City, which included “Baker Street”, his most popular song. Here are all of Gerry Rafferty albums ranked.
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7. The Best Of Gerry Rafferty (1993)
“All the songs you remember from “Baker Street” to “Right Down The Line” to his last chart single “The Royal Mile” are included. The one song missing that would have made this collection nothing short of amazing would have been if they had tacked on the stereo single version of Stealers Wheel’s “Everyone’s Agreed That Everything Will Turn Out Fine” found only on the promotional 45.”
6. On A Wing & A Prayer (1992)
“There are two great songs on this album, “Don’t Speak of My Heart” and “Easy to Talk.” There are also some very good songs like “Light of Love,” “Don’t Give up on Me,” and “I Could Be Wrong.” The rest of the album is solid Gerry Rafferty. It makes me miss the late musician even more.”
5. Can I Have My Money Back? (1971)
“This cd is for Rafferty fanatics and for someone who likes relaxing, enjoyable music. I don’t think there is a weak cut on it. Absolutely love “Sign On The Dotted Line.” I always find myself hitting the repeat button on that one three or four times in a row. What a talented guy. Of course, you got to have all of the Stealers Wheel music too–but that’s a different story for another day.”
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4. Snakes And Ladders (1980)
“”Snakes and Ladders” was the last Rafferty album that I brought on LP upon its release, not because it was a disappointment but rather because subsequent releases went pretty much unnoticed in the U.S.: no singles on the radio, no push by the record label, and this was all pre-internet days so news was hard to come by, especially for a private, reclusive artist like Rafferty. “Snakes…” may also be my favorite Rafferty release.”
3. Sleepwalking (1982)
“”Sleepwalking” has a more polished and produced sound than Rafferty’s three previous efforts with a much stronger emphasis on keyboards. Apart from “Change of Heart” this may also be Rafferty’s most laid-back outing. Still the material is outstanding with the title track and “Wise as a Serpent” being among the best material that Rafferty has ever written.”
2. Night Owl (1979)
“All these years later, this album still stands up well. There aren’t as many stand-out gems as City to City, Rafferty’s pinnacle that includes Baker Street, but Night Owl Is consistently good. I bought this primarily for Get Right Next Time but the whole thing is first-rate. After many listen, I enjoy it as much as ever. Rafferty’s voice is sweet and smooth and the production quality is excellent.”
1. City To City (1978)
“This CD contains 10 original songs beautifully played by Gerry and his backing musicians. There are several up tempo songs which feature the full ensemble, and a couple slow ballads which are essentially solo performances. It’s pop music, infused with Celtic, Jazz, and Gospel elements. From Stealer’s Wheel to being a solo artist, Gerry was consistently excellent. Enjoy him.”