Released: 22/01/21
1976’s Coney Island Baby marked Lou Reed’s shift toward warmer, more heartfelt songwriting, offering his most approachable album since Loaded. Stripped-back arrangements gave the record a leaner, more comfortable feel compared to the heavy production of Sally Can’t Dance and Berlin. Tracks like “Crazy Feeling,” “She’s My Best Friend,” and the title song showcased sincere love songs, while songs about darker themes retained a breezy, freewheeling vibe.