Charlie Rich - Fully Realized (1974) 2-LP Vinyl • Best of, Mohair Sam

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Vinyl plays with occasional light-crackles (play-graded). Double LP. Gate-fold cover has a few creases near edges, scuffing and slight discoloration with darker spots (front/back); back has a surface abrasion near center and inner-gate has very light scuffing. Inner-sleeves are original (Mercury ads); one seam partially split. Spine is easy-to-read with mild wear. Minor shelf-wear along top/bottom-edges and corners. Top loading openings are crisp with signs of light use. (Hole-punch in top-right.)

Tracks:

1. Mohair Sam
2. I Can't Go On
3. Dance Of Love
4. A Field Of Yellow Daisies
5. I Washed My Hands In Muddy Water
6. Everything I Do Is Wrong
7. She's A Yum Yum
8. It Ain't Gonna Be That Way
9. Just A Little Bit Of You
10. Moonshine Minnie
11. Down And Out
12. Lonely Weekends
13. No Home
14. So Long
15. The Best Years
16. Party Girl
17. You Can Have Her
18. Have I Stayed Away Too Long
19. Hawg Jaw
20. Something Just Came Over Me
21. Double Dog Dare Me
22. Just A Little Bit Of Time
23. Blowin' Town
24. Tears A Go-Go

About The Record:

Fully Realized, by Charlie Rich, is a double album compilation showcasing the artist's earlier mid-1960s recordings for the Smash label, blending rockabilly, jazz, country, and R&B influences that highlight his versatile piano-driven style and soulful voice before his major 1970s breakthrough. It serves as a testament to his underappreciated talents during that era, featuring a mix of upbeat rock-pop numbers and more introspective tracks that demonstrate why he earned the nickname the Silver Fox. A unique aspect is its release capitalizing on Rich's newfound superstardom, bringing overlooked gems to a wider audience and offering a perfect overview of his pop-tinged work when he was still somewhat of a voice in the wilderness. Fan-favorites and standout cuts include Mohair Sam, Lonely Weekends, Party Girl, and Tears A-Go-Go, which capture his deft touch with catchy, energetic material. The album itself was a hit, reaching No. 11 on the Billboard country albums chart and No. 201 on the pop albums chart, while the included single Mohair Sam had previously peaked at No. 21 on the Billboard Hot 100.