Cold Fact

Rodriguez

Cold Fact

RELEASED: March 05, 1970
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Sugar Man 3:49 2. Only Good For Conversation 2:23 3. Crucify Your Mind 2:32 4. This Is Not a Song, It’s an Outburst: Or, the Establishment Blues 2:06 5. Hate Street Dialogue 2:33 6. Forget It 1:50 7. Inner City Blues 3:26 8. I Wonder 2:34 9. Like Janis 2:36 10. Gommorah (A Nursery Rhyme) 2:21 11. Rich Folks Hoax 3:05 12. Jane S. Piddy 3:00
Historical Archive
Cold Fact is the debut studio album by American singer-songwriter Rodriguez, released in 1970. The album features a blend of folk, rock, and pop elements, characterized by Rodriguez's poignant lyrics and distinctive voice. It explores themes of social injustice, personal struggle, and the complexities of life, resonating deeply with audiences. Despite initial underperformance in the US, the album gained significant popularity in South Africa, becoming a cultural phenomenon and influencing a generation. Its legacy has been cemented by its rediscovery in the 1990s, leading to a resurgence in Rodriguez's career and international acclaim.