Kris Kristofferson – The Silver Tongued Devil And I

One of the defining outlaw country albums of the early 1970s, The Silver Tongued Devil And I captures Kris Kristofferson at his sharpest — poetic, rebellious, and emotionally raw. Released in 1971, this album cemented his reputation as one of country music’s greatest songwriters, blending country, folk, and Americana with deeply personal storytelling.

Featuring some of his most enduring compositions, the album moves between reflective ballads and wry, self-aware narratives. Kristofferson’s rugged vocal delivery and stripped-back arrangements give the record an intimate, authentic feel that continues to resonate with collectors and country purists alike.

Genre: Country / Folk / Outlaw Country

Track Listing:

Side A:

1. The Silver Tongued Devil And I
2. Jody And The Kid
3. Billy Dee
4. Good Christian Soldier
5. Breakdown (A Long Way From Home)

Side B:

1. Loving Her Was Easier (Than Anything I’ll Ever Do Again)
2. The Taker
3. When I Loved Her
4. The Pilgrim: Chapter 33
5. Epitaph (Black And Blue)

A cornerstone Kris Kristofferson title and one of the essential outlaw country LPs of the era. Always in demand among country collectors and singer-songwriter enthusiasts.