That’s Why I’m Here Songs Ranked
That’s Why I’m Here is singer-songwriter James Taylor’s eleventh studio album. It was released in 1985, four years after his previous effort, Dad Loves His Work, and contains a version of Buddy Holly’s “Everyday”, as well as the participation of several singers, including Don Henley, Joni Mitchell, Graham Nash and Deniece Williams. “My Romance” was not on the LP version. “Only One” peaked at number 6 on the US Adult Contemporary chart and at number 3 in Canada. Here are all of That’s Why I’m Here songs ranked.
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10. The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance
“Let’s not forget “The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance”. I remember that song from years ago as a loud and rough western saga. James turns it into a story of good over evil, how bravery can win in the end. I wondered when I saw it on the label, but enjoy the way James put his own touch to it and made it a soft ballad. James, I’m glad you’re here!”
9. Only One
“This album was my very first introduction to a musical love affair. My brother brought this home on vinyl and I never knew there was such a smoothness in the human voice. I tend to have attachments to records I listened to as a child, but this record stands up to even the most scrutinous James Taylor Fans or critics. “
8. Everyday
“This is a fine, enjoyable album that is, regarding the songs, consistently very high quality. Taylor’s songwriting on this is mainly relaxed, melodic, and generally comforting; a lot of generally upbeat, genuinely down to earth, and lyrically creative ballads that reflect on [his] life.”
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7. Turn Away
“Well here’s yet another treasure unknown to me from an era that shaped much of my interest in American pop culture-the mid 1980’s. It’s been said that no matter what decade,whether it be the 70’s up to today that no one delivers such high quality musical consistancy like “sweet baby James”. “
6. Song for You Far Away
“This is a second traveling copy of one of my favorite James Taylor albums – so I have Taylor time wherever I am. A great selection or songs and Taylor is in excellent voice. I highly recommend this album.”
5. Mona
“He’s got one song which, for this listener, is just plain misguided. I am referring to “Mona”, which is a song that starts out sounding like a generic love song, but the lyrics turn, and you find out that’s Mona is a pig.”
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4. Limousine Driver
“If your looking for classic James then this is the one to buy. Each song has been totally remastered to the ultimate sound qualtiy for anyone with easy-listening in mind. I would definately recommend this one for any one to add to his or her music library.”
3. Going Around One More Time
“James Taylor’s voice remained so healthy after so long. The voice today remains in tact, but this album harkens back to a time when great singers were great singers… not great singers that tried to be politicians. “
2. Only a Dream in Rio
“I remember watching the video of the cut from this LP ‘Only A Dream In Rio’ on MTV when the album was first released. I immediately rushed out to buy it on cassette. In a way that cut is a branch off of what is now considered ‘World Music. Only A Dream In Rio, is a root off of the old tree!”
1. That’s Why I’m Here
“The biggest commercial hit on the album was the title cut, That’s Why I’m Here. This song is basically a tribute to all of Taylor’s fans who attend his concerts year after year only to “pay good money to hear Fire And Rain, again and again and again.”
