1971 WLP Original Housed In A Textured Cover and poster. Cut out hole. Carly Simon's self-titled debut album is an iconic release in the singer-songwriter genre. Released in 1971, it quickly established Simon as a leading voice in the field. From the opening track, "That's the Way I've Always Heard It Should Be," it's clear that we're in the hands of a master storyteller with a keen ear for melody.

The album's standout tracks include "Anticipation," which was a top 20 hit in the US and features Simon's signature breathy vocals and introspective lyrics. "Legend in Your Own Time" is another standout track, with its haunting piano and Simon's plaintive vocals. The album's final track, "I've Got to Have You," is a powerful ballad that showcases Simon's range and emotional depth.

One of the things that makes this album so special is the way that Simon effortlessly blends different genres and influences into her own unique sound. There are elements of folk, pop, and rock throughout the record, but Simon never sounds derivative or like she's trying too hard to be anything other than herself.