Complete List Of Jackson Browne Songs From A to Z

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Jackson Browne was born on October 9, 1948, in Heidelberg, Germany, to American parents. In 1972, Browne released his self-titled debut album, featuring the hit single “Doctor, My Eyes,” which reached number eight on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. This success was followed by “For Everyman” in 1973 and “Late for the Sky” in 1974, both of which solidified his reputation as a profound songwriter. His fourth album, “The Pretender” (1976), and the subsequent “Running on Empty” (1977) further showcased his ability to blend personal narratives with universal themes, with the latter album achieving commercial success and critical acclaim.​

Throughout his career, Browne has released 15 studio albums, each reflecting his evolving musical style and lyrical depth. Notable albums include “Hold Out” (1980), which became his only album to reach number one on the Billboard chart, and “I’m Alive” (1993), marking a return to his introspective songwriting roots. His most recent album, “Downhill from Everywhere,” was released in 2021, demonstrating his enduring presence in the music industry.​

Browne’s discography features several hit singles that have become classics. “Running on Empty,” the title track from his 1977 album, remains one of his most recognized songs, capturing the essence of life on the road. “Somebody’s Baby,” released in 1982, became one of his highest-charting singles, reaching number seven on the Billboard Hot 100. Other notable tracks include “The Pretender,” “Lawyers in Love,” and “Sky Blue and Black,” each highlighting his ability to craft melodies that resonate with a wide audience.​

In recognition of his contributions to music, Browne was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, with Bruce Springsteen delivering his induction speech. He was also inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2007, underscoring his impact as a lyricist and composer. Additionally, Browne received an honorary Doctorate of Music from Occidental College in Los Angeles, acknowledging his artistic achievements and influence.​

Beyond his musical accomplishments, Browne is known for his activism and humanitarian efforts. He co-founded Musicians United for Safe Energy (MUSE) in 1979, advocating against nuclear power and promoting environmental sustainability. Browne has also been involved in efforts supporting human rights and has participated in numerous benefit concerts addressing social and environmental issues.​

Browne’s enduring appeal lies in his ability to articulate the human experience through his music, blending introspective lyrics with melodic compositions. His commitment to social and environmental causes has further endeared him to fans and peers alike, solidifying his legacy as an artist who not only reflects on the world but also strives to improve it.​

Throughout his career, Browne has seamlessly intertwined his artistry with activism, using his platform to raise awareness and inspire change. This dedication to both his craft and societal betterment has earned him a revered place in the music industry and continues to influence emerging artists.

Complete List Of Jackson Browne Songs From A to Z

1. A Child in These Hills – Jackson Browne – 1972
2. A Human Touch – Downhill from Everywhere – 2021
3. A Little Soon to Say – Downhill from Everywhere – 2021
4. A Song for Barcelona – Downhill from Everywhere – 2021
5. About My Imagination – The Naked Ride Home – 2002
6. Alive in the World – Looking East – 1996
7. All Good Things – I’m Alive – 1993
8. Anything Can Happen – World in Motion – 1989
9. Baby How Long – Looking East – 1996
10. Before the Deluge – Late for the Sky – 1974
11. Black and White – Lives in the Balance – 1986
12. Boulevard – Hold Out – 1980
13. Call It a Loan – Hold Out – 1980
14. Candy – Lives in the Balance – 1986
15. Casino Nation – The Naked Ride Home – 2002
16. Chasing You into the Light – World in Motion – 1989
17. Cocaine – Running on Empty – 1977
18. Colors of the Sun – For Everyman – 1973
19. Culver Moon – Looking East – 1996
20. Cut It Away – Lawyers in Love – 1983
21. Daddy’s Tune – The Pretender – 1976
22. Disco Apocalypse – Hold Out – 1980
23. Doctor, My Eyes – Jackson Browne – 1972
24. Don’t You Want to Be There – The Naked Ride Home – 2002
25. Downtown – Lawyers in Love – 1983
26. Downhill from Everywhere – Downhill from Everywhere – 2021
27. El Rayo X – Love Is Strange: En Vivo Con Tino – 2010
28. Enough of the Night – World in Motion – 1989
29. Everywhere I Go – I’m Alive – 1993
30. Far from the Arms of Hunger – Time the Conqueror – 2008
31. Farther On – Late for the Sky – 1974
32. For a Dancer – Late for the Sky – 1974
33. For a Rocker – Lawyers in Love – 1983
34. For America – Lives in the Balance – 1986
35. For Everyman – For Everyman – 1973
36. For Taking the Trouble – The Naked Ride Home – 2002
37. Fountain of Sorrow – Late for the Sky – 1974
38. From Silver Lake – Jackson Browne – 1972
39. Giving That Heaven Away – Time the Conqueror – 2008
40. Going Down to Cuba – Time the Conqueror – 2008
41. Here – Standing in the Breach – 2014
42. Here Come Those Tears Again – The Pretender – 1976
43. Hold On Hold Out – Hold Out – 1980
44. Hold Out – Hold Out – 1980
45. How Long – World in Motion – 1989
46. I Am a Patriot – World in Motion – 1989
47. I Thought I Was a Child – For Everyman – 1973
48. I’ll Do Anything – I’m Alive – 1993
49. I’m Alive – I’m Alive – 1993
50. I’m the Cat – Looking East – 1996
51. If I Could Be Anywhere – Standing in the Breach – 2014
52. In the Shape of a Heart – Lives in the Balance – 1986
53. Information Wars – Looking East – 1996
54. It Is One – Looking East – 1996
55. Jamaica Say You Will – Jackson Browne – 1972
56. Just Say Yeah – Time the Conqueror – 2008
57. Knock on Any Door – Lawyers in Love – 1983
58. Late for the Sky – Late for the Sky – 1974
59. Lawless Avenues – Lives in the Balance – 1986
60. Lawyers in Love – Lawyers in Love – 1983
61. Leaving Winslow – Standing in the Breach – 2014
62. Lights and Virtues – World in Motion – 1989
63. Linda Paloma – The Pretender – 1976
64. Live Nude Cabaret – Time the Conqueror – 2008
65. Lives in the Balance – Lives in the Balance – 1986
66. Looking East – Looking East – 1996
67. Looking into You – Jackson Browne – 1972
68. Love Is Love – Downhill from Everywhere – 2021
69. Love Is Strange/Stay – Love Is Strange: En Vivo Con Tino – 2010
70. Love Needs a Heart – Running on Empty – 1977
71. Mercury Blues – Love Is Strange: En Vivo Con Tino – 2010
72. Miles Away – I’m Alive – 1993
73. Minutes to Downtown – Downhill from Everywhere – 2021
74. My Cleveland Heart – Downhill from Everywhere – 2021
75. My Opening Farewell – Jackson Browne – 1972
76. My Personal Revenge – World in Motion – 1989
77. My Problem Is You – I’m Alive – 1993
78. My Stunning Mystery Companion – The Naked Ride Home – 2002
79. Never Stop – The Naked Ride Home – 2002
80. Niño – Looking East – 1996
81. Nothing but Time – Running on Empty – 1977
82. Off of Wonderland – Time the Conqueror – 2008
83. Of Missing Persons – Hold Out – 1980
84. On the Day – Lawyers in Love – 1983
85. Our Lady of the Well – For Everyman – 1973
86. Ready or Not – For Everyman – 1973
87. Redneck Friend – For Everyman – 1973
88. Rock Me on the Water – Jackson Browne – 1972
89. Rosie – Running on Empty – 1977
90. Running on Empty – Running on Empty – 1977
91. Say It Isn’t True – Lawyers in Love – 1983
92. Sergio Leone – The Naked Ride Home – 2002
93. Shaky Town – Running on Empty – 1977
94. Sing My Songs to Me – For Everyman – 1973
95. Sit Down Servant – Love Is Strange: En Vivo Con Tino – 2010
96. Sky Blue and Black – I’m Alive – 1993
97. Sleep’s Dark and Silent Gate – The Pretender – 1976
98. Soldier of Plenty – Lives in the Balance – 1986
99. Some Bridges – Looking East – 1996
100. Something Fine – Jackson Browne – 1972
101. Song for Adam – Jackson Browne – 1972
102. Standing in the Breach – Standing in the Breach – 2014
103. Stay – Running on Empty – 1977
104. Still Looking for Something – Downhill from Everywhere – 2021
105. Take It Easy – For Everyman – 1973
106. Take This Rain – I’m Alive – 1993
107. Tender Is the Night – Lawyers in Love – 1983
108. That Girl Could Sing – Hold Out – 1980
109. The Arms of Night – Time the Conqueror – 2008
110. The Barricades of Heaven – Looking East – 1996
111. The Birds of St. Marks – Standing in the Breach – 2014
112. The Crow on the Cradle – Love Is Strange: En Vivo Con Tino – 2010
113. The Dreamer – Downhill from Everywhere – 2021
114. The Drums of War – Time the Conqueror – 2008
115. The Fuse – The Pretender – 1976
116. The Late Show – Late for the Sky – 1974
117. The Load-Out – Running on Empty – 1977
118. The Long Way Around – Standing in the Breach – 2014
119. The Naked Ride Home – The Naked Ride Home – 2002
120. The Next Voice You Hear – Love Is Strange: En Vivo Con Tino – 2010
121. The Night Inside Me – The Naked Ride Home – 2002
122. The Only Child – The Pretender – 1976
123. The Pretender – The Pretender – 1976
124. The Road – Running on Empty – 1977
125. The Road and the Sky – Late for the Sky – 1974
126. The Times You’ve Come – For Everyman – 1973
127. The Word Justice – World in Motion – 1989
128. These Days – For Everyman – 1973
129. Till I Go Down – Lives in the Balance – 1986
130. Time the Conqueror – Time the Conqueror – 2008
131. Too Many Angels – I’m Alive – 1993
132. Tu Tranquilo – Love Is Strange: En Vivo Con Tino – 2010
133. Two of Me, Two of You – I’m Alive – 1993
134. Under the Falling Sky – Jackson Browne – 1972
135. Until Justice Is Real – Downhill from Everywhere – 2021
136. Walking Slow – Late for the Sky – 1974
137. Walking Town – The Naked Ride Home – 2002
138. Walls and Doors – Standing in the Breach – 2014
139. When the Stone Begins to Turn – World in Motion – 1989
140. Where Were You – Time the Conqueror – 2008
141. Which Side – Standing in the Breach – 2014
142. World in Motion – World in Motion – 1989
143. Yeah Yeah – Standing in the Breach – 2014
144. You Know the Night – Standing in the Breach – 2014
145. You Love the Thunder – Running on Empty – 1977
146. Your Bright Baby Blues – The Pretender – 1976

Albums Included:

Jackson Browne (1972) – 10 songs

For Everyman (1973) – 10 songs

Late for the Sky (1974) – 8 songs

The Pretender (1976) – 8 songs

Running on Empty (1977) – 10 songs

Hold Out (1980) – 7 songs

Lawyers in Love (1983) – 8 songs

Lives in the Balance (1986) – 8 songs

World in Motion (1989) – 10 songs

I’m Alive (1993) – 10 songs

Looking East (1996) – 10 songs

The Naked Ride Home (2002) – 10 songs

Time the Conqueror (2008) – 10 songs

Love Is Strange: En Vivo Con Tino (2010) – 17 songs (includes several covers and previously released songs)

Standing in the Breach (2014) – 10 songs

Downhill from Everywhere (2021) – 10 songs

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