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Gospel / Spiritual · 1977 · 10 tracks · 31m

Closer to Jesus

Wanda Jackson

Polished 1970s Nashville gospel. The Queen of Rockabilly trades her signature growl for a serene, piano-led testimony of faith and quiet country grace.

1977 · Word

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A deeply sincere and polished expression of spiritual contentment and quiet grace.

Tracklist · 10 Tracks · 31m
01
Where I’m Going
3:13
02
The World Didn’t Give It to Me
3:03
03
The Carpenter’s Son
3:21
04
Grandma Sang Off Key
2:48
05
He Was There All the Time
3:24
06
Closer to Jesus
3:19
07
Learning to Lean
3:51
08
Gaither Praise Medley: I Came to Praise the Lord / I Just Feel Like Something Good Is About to Happen / Get All Excited
2:29
09
Walkin’ in the Spirit
2:28
10
He’s Been Through It Too
3:39
Moments Worth Listening For
The gentle, swelling vocal harmonies that elevate the chorus of the title track into a moment of pure serenity.
The nostalgic storytelling of Grandma Sang Off Key where the instrumentation takes a backseat to the narrative charm.
The seamless transition between hymns in the Gaither Praise Medley, showcasing a rare moment of upbeat rhythmic energy.
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How does Closer to Jesus sound next to the rest of Wanda Jackson's catalogue?

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