Don Williams - Portrait (1979) Vinyl LP • Good Ole Boys Like Me, Country

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Lyric Insert Included. Vinyl plays with occasional light-crackles (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; discoloration, light scuffing (front/back). Inner-sleeve is generic white. Spine is mostly easy-to-read with mild-wear. Minor shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of very-light use. Columbia House pressing, Blue Rainbow label. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. It Only Rains On Me
2. We've Never Tried It With Each Other
3. We're All The Way
4. Circle Driveway
5. You Get To Me
6. Steal My Heart Away
7. Love's Endless War
8. Woman You Should Be In Movies
9. Love Me Over Again
10. Good Ole Boys Like Me

About The Record:

Portrait by Don Williams, showcases the Gentle Giant's signature smooth baritone delivery and laid-back country style across a collection of heartfelt ballads and reflective tracks that highlight his knack for interpreting strong songwriting. The album features standout cuts like the tender Love Me Over Again and the nostalgic fan-favorite Good Ole Boys Like Me, which pays tribute to classic country figures while capturing everyday Southern life with warmth and authenticity. Produced with a polished yet intimate sound that draws listeners into its sonic spell, it stands as a fine example of Williams' ability to blend subtlety with emotional depth, earning praise from artists like Keith Urban for its raw honesty and timeless record-making. Unique in its seamless flow and emphasis on storytelling without flash, the project reinforced Williams' reputation as a steady force in country music during a transitional era for the genre. Love Me Over Again reached No. 1 and Good Ole Boys Like Me peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard country chart.