Melanie - Gather Me (1971; 1992) [z3k] -

: Even the seemingly light "Brand New Key" is noted by critics for its "Freudian symbolism" cleverly disguised as a novelty AM radio hit. Album Versions & Reissues

: Tracks like "Railroad," "Little Bit of Me," and "Steppin'" demonstrate a significant step forward in her lyrical maturity, moving away from previous melodramatic tendencies toward a controlled and subtle strength. Melanie - Gather Me (1971; 1992) [Z3K]

: This specific CD reissue was released by C5 Records in the UK (Catalog: C5CD 591), preserving the original 13-track sequence. Original Tracklist Little Bit of Me Some Day I'll Be a Farmer Steppin' Brand New Key Ring Around the Moon Ring the Living Bell / Shine the Living Light Railroad Kansas Some Say (I Got Devil) Center of the Circle What Wondrous Love Baby Day Tell Me Why : Even the seemingly light "Brand New Key"

: "Ring the Living Bell" is described as a "pocket suite" with gospel-style vocal arrangements that elevate a simple lyrical concept into a powerful statement of belief. Original Tracklist Little Bit of Me Some Day