We Five - You Were on My Mind (1965) Vinyl LP • Small World, Beverly Bivens

Catalog Number:

SP-4111

Musical Styles:

1960s, Acoustic Blues, American Folk, Contemporary Folk, Electric Folk, Folk Rock, Pop Rock, Psychedelic Rock, Soft Rock, Vocal

Sleeve Grade:

Very Good Plus (VG+)

Record Grade:

Very Good Plus (VG+)

Condition Details:

Vinyl plays with occasional crackles with light clicks, most noticeable during "Small World" (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges, some scuffing and discoloration with darker discoloration spots (front/back); wrinkling near right of front, tear in cover at the start of the wrinkle, surface impression near left of back. Inner-sleeve is original (generic white); one seam partially split, one seam with a developing split. Spine is easy-to-read with mild-wear (crooked text). Some shelf-wear along top-edge, slightly more wear along bottom edge and corners. Opening shows signs of use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. Love Me Not Tomorrow
2. Somewhere Beyond The Sea
3. My Favorite Things
4. If I Were Alone
5. Tonight
6. Cast Your Fate To The Winds
7. You Were On My Mind
8. Can't Help Falling In Love
9. Small World
10. I Got Plenty O' Nuttin'
11. Softly As I Leave You
12. I Can Never Go Home Again

About The Record:

You Were on My Mind, by We Five, is a quintessential folk-pop record that captures the vibrant energy of the mid-1960s American folk revival. Led by the dynamic vocals of Beverly Bivens, the album blends traditional folk tunes with contemporary pop arrangements, showcasing the group’s tight harmonies and upbeat instrumentation. Its title track, You Were on My Mind, became a major hit single, peaking at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and defining the band’s legacy with its infectious melody and universal appeal. Historically significant for its role in bridging folk and pop, the album reflects the era’s cultural shift toward more accessible, radio-friendly folk music. Other notable tracks include Small World and Cast Your Fate to the Wind, though none matched the commercial success of the title single.